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11 Dec 2025
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Chapter 5 of Jekyll and Hydeexplores the aftermath of Sir Danvers Carew's murder, focusing on the interaction... Show more
The Confrontation and The Letter
The heart of this chapter lies in the tense conversation between Utterson and Jekyll, centered around Hyde's involvement in Carew's murder and a mysterious letter.
Jekyll's physical and emotional state is described in detail
Quote "There, close up to the warmth, sat Dr. Jekyll, looking deadly sick. He did not rise to meet his visitor, but held out a cold hand and bade him welcome in a changed voice."
This description emphasizes Jekyll's deteriorating condition, hinting at the toll his experiments and association with Hyde are taking on him.
The introduction of the letter, supposedly from Hyde, adds another layer of mystery to the narrative.
Highlight The letter's contents and Jekyll's reaction to it raise questions about its authenticity and Jekyll's true relationship with Hyde.
Utterson's suspicions and Jekyll's evasive responses create tension and drive the plot forward, leaving readers to question the true nature of Jekyll and Hyde's connection.
Example Jekyll's insistence that he is "done with him in this world" when referring to Hyde contradicts his earlier behavior and raises doubts about his honesty.
This chapter serves as a crucial turning point in the novel, deepening the mystery surrounding Jekyll and Hyde while foreshadowing the revelations to come.
Themes and Symbolism
The final part of the chapter delves deeper into the themes of duality, secrecy, and the consequences of unchecked scientific ambition.
The laboratory itself serves as a powerful symbol
Definition In literature, a symbol is an object, person, or place that represents a larger idea or concept.
In this case, the laboratory represents the duality of Jekyll's nature - a place of scientific discovery that has become a den of dark secrets.
The chapter also touches on the theme of reputation, a crucial concern in Victorian society
Quote "I was thinking of my own character, which this hateful business has rather exposed."
Jekyll's preoccupation with his reputation highlights the conflict between his public persona and private actions, a central theme of the novel.
The mysterious letter serves as both a plot device and a symbol of the secrets and lies surrounding Jekyll and Hyde. Its ambiguous nature leaves both Utterson and the reader questioning the truth of the situation.
Highlight The burning of the envelope and the hand-delivered note add to the air of secrecy and conspiracy, further complicating the mystery.
This chapter effectively uses setting, atmosphere, and symbolism to advance the plot and deepen the themes of the novel, leaving readers eager to uncover the truth behind the Jekyll and Hyde mystery.
Jekyll's Laboratory A Gothic Setting
Mr. Utterson visits Dr. Jekyll's laboratory, entering a space that embodies the gothic atmosphere of the novel. The setting is described in detail, emphasizing its eerie and unsettling nature.
Highlight The laboratory is referred to as "the building which was indifferently known as the laboratory or the dissecting-rooms," immediately setting a sinister tone.
The description continues, painting a vivid picture of a once-bustling scientific space now lying dormant and foreboding.
Quote "He eyed the dingy, windowless structure with curiosity, and gazed round with a distasteful sense of strangeness as he crossed the theatre, once crowded with eager students and now lying gaunt and silent."
This stark contrast between past and present adds to the ominous atmosphere, foreshadowing the dark events to come.
Vocabulary The term "cupola" is used, referring to a small dome on a roof or ceiling, through which dim light filters into the laboratory.
The chapter effectively uses the setting to create an atmosphere of unease and danger, mirroring the internal turmoil of Dr. Jekyll.
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
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This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
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Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
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Greenlight Bonnie
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very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
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I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
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Chapter 5 of Jekyll and Hyde explores the aftermath of Sir Danvers Carew's murder, focusing on the interaction between Mr. Utterson and Dr. Jekyll. The chapter delves into the setting, atmosphere, and key symbolsof Jekyll's laboratory, while revealing Jekyll's... Show more
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The Confrontation and The Letter
The heart of this chapter lies in the tense conversation between Utterson and Jekyll, centered around Hyde's involvement in Carew's murder and a mysterious letter.
Jekyll's physical and emotional state is described in detail:
Quote: "There, close up to the warmth, sat Dr. Jekyll, looking deadly sick. He did not rise to meet his visitor, but held out a cold hand and bade him welcome in a changed voice."
This description emphasizes Jekyll's deteriorating condition, hinting at the toll his experiments and association with Hyde are taking on him.
The introduction of the letter, supposedly from Hyde, adds another layer of mystery to the narrative.
Highlight: The letter's contents and Jekyll's reaction to it raise questions about its authenticity and Jekyll's true relationship with Hyde.
Utterson's suspicions and Jekyll's evasive responses create tension and drive the plot forward, leaving readers to question the true nature of Jekyll and Hyde's connection.
Example: Jekyll's insistence that he is "done with him in this world" when referring to Hyde contradicts his earlier behavior and raises doubts about his honesty.
This chapter serves as a crucial turning point in the novel, deepening the mystery surrounding Jekyll and Hyde while foreshadowing the revelations to come.
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Themes and Symbolism
The final part of the chapter delves deeper into the themes of duality, secrecy, and the consequences of unchecked scientific ambition.
The laboratory itself serves as a powerful symbol:
Definition: In literature, a symbol is an object, person, or place that represents a larger idea or concept.
In this case, the laboratory represents the duality of Jekyll's nature - a place of scientific discovery that has become a den of dark secrets.
The chapter also touches on the theme of reputation, a crucial concern in Victorian society:
Quote: "I was thinking of my own character, which this hateful business has rather exposed."
Jekyll's preoccupation with his reputation highlights the conflict between his public persona and private actions, a central theme of the novel.
The mysterious letter serves as both a plot device and a symbol of the secrets and lies surrounding Jekyll and Hyde. Its ambiguous nature leaves both Utterson and the reader questioning the truth of the situation.
Highlight: The burning of the envelope and the hand-delivered note add to the air of secrecy and conspiracy, further complicating the mystery.
This chapter effectively uses setting, atmosphere, and symbolism to advance the plot and deepen the themes of the novel, leaving readers eager to uncover the truth behind the Jekyll and Hyde mystery.
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Jekyll's Laboratory: A Gothic Setting
Mr. Utterson visits Dr. Jekyll's laboratory, entering a space that embodies the gothic atmosphere of the novel. The setting is described in detail, emphasizing its eerie and unsettling nature.
Highlight: The laboratory is referred to as "the building which was indifferently known as the laboratory or the dissecting-rooms," immediately setting a sinister tone.
The description continues, painting a vivid picture of a once-bustling scientific space now lying dormant and foreboding.
Quote: "He eyed the dingy, windowless structure with curiosity, and gazed round with a distasteful sense of strangeness as he crossed the theatre, once crowded with eager students and now lying gaunt and silent."
This stark contrast between past and present adds to the ominous atmosphere, foreshadowing the dark events to come.
Vocabulary: The term "cupola" is used, referring to a small dome on a roof or ceiling, through which dim light filters into the laboratory.
The chapter effectively uses the setting to create an atmosphere of unease and danger, mirroring the internal turmoil of Dr. Jekyll.
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
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