Torn by opposing emotions or thoughts, having an inner struggle.

To suppress or force yourself to control your emotions, thoughts, or impulses.

An intrinsic and naturally existing characteristic.

The harmonious existence of different elements, groups, or individuals.

Deep regret or guilt for a wrongdoing, moral anguish.

'Jekyll and Hyde' Chapter 10: Henry Jekyll's Full Statement of the Case

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

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

feeling lots of very similar emotions or thoughts

having thoughts and emotions you do not understand

In the opening of Chapter 10 of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', Jekyll feels conflicted. What does conflicted mean?

In Chapter 10 of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', it can be argued that Jekyll does not feel {{ }} for Hyde's crimes.

to allow him to escape the repression he feels

In Chapter 10 of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', why does Jekyll create Hyde?

his desire to be evil when he should be good

his desires and impulses which contrast with societal norms

his desire to be rich but also live a noble life

In Chapter 10 of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', what is Jekyll conflicted by?

In Chapter 10 of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', which word, meaning intrinsic and naturally existing, can be used to explain how duality exists in everyone?

“I have been doomed to such a dreadful shipwreck...”

In Chapter 10 of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', which of the following quotations can be useful in illustrating Jekyll's self pity?

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', how are Jekyll and Hyde related?

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', how did Dr. Lanyon die?

They are written from the perspectives of different characters.

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', the final two chapters are written in the epistolary form. What does this mean?

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', Jekyll's sealed letter is a symbol of {{ }}.

He worries it will put Jekyll in danger with Hyde.

He worries he will unearth something damaging to Jekyll's reputation.

He worries it will damage his own reputation.

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', why might it be argued Utterson does not do more to discover the truth?

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', an important theme is {{ }}, meaning there are often two sides to every person.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

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

'Jekyll and Hyde' Chapter 10: Henry Jekyll's Full Statement of the Case

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

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