When a narrative reveals only one character's thoughts and feelings, it employs a third person limited perspective.

When terrain is rough and uneven, it is often described as rugged.

When there is only a small quantity available, it's referred to as scanty.

Personal feelings or emotions, especially when influenced by individual views or experiences, are known as sentiment.

In this novella, duality is an important theme - the idea there are two sides to every person.

'Jekyll and Hyde' Chapter 1: Meeting Mr Utterson

English

In 'Jekyll & Hyde: Detective Fiction', pupils explore how Stevenson uses the conventions of gothic fiction to expose key themes such as secrecy and concealment. In 'Jekyll and Hyde: Gothic Fiction', pupils build on this to explore how gothic texts are often concerned with hidden and illicit desires. 

In 'Sherlock Holmes: Short Stories', pupils explore the ways in which victims and villains are portrayed, evaluating whether some villains are portrayed more sympathetically than others. In 'Jekyll and Hyde: Detective Fiction', pupils examine the ways in which Stevenson uses and subverts the conventions of detective fiction both to build suspense and to critique Victorian society.

In this unit, pupils complete their first reading and exploration of 'Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde'. They read the novella in full, before thinking about the importance of the Gothic, science and religion. They then explore key characters and essay writing before writing about duality in the novella.

Nineteenth century text: first study

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

In the opening chapter of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', what narrative perspective is primarily used?

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', who is the central character through whose perspective the reader experiences Chapter 1?

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', Mr Utterson's profession is a {{ }}.

Complete this sentence: in 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', {{ }} is an important theme - the idea there are two sides to every person.

As a lawyer, Utterson should support, not judge.

It is Utterson's job to ensure criminals are punished.

Utterson should turn a blind eye to crime.

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', what does it mean when Stevenson describes Utterson as “the last good influence in the lives of down-going men”?

What is the significance of juxtaposition between the bustling street and the dingy neighbourhood in the first chapter of 'The Strange Care of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde'?

In Victorian London, what was a prevalent mode of transportation for the upper class?

Which famous river runs through London, dividing it into North and South?

If land is descried as being 'rugged' what do you think it means?

What significant event took place in Victorian London during the 19th century that greatly impacted society?

In Victorian London, what was the common occupation of a 'chimney sweep'?

During the Victorian era, what was a common nickname for the city of London?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

'Jekyll and Hyde' Chapter 1: Meeting Mr Utterson

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.