Jekyll and Hyde Analysis Guide 

Methodological Study Resources

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 USEFUL PHRASES FOR LITERARY ANALYSIS 

 Introducing the Work & Title

• "It is widely accepted that…"

• "The title suggests a formal investigation, possibly legal or medical."

• "The author uses this technique to hook the reader into a detective structure."

Analysing Characters & Duality

• "Dr Jekyll represents the respectable side, whereas Mr Hyde represents the hidden dark side."

• "This highlights the idea that human nature is divided into two opposing sides."

• "To some extent, Jekyll could be viewed as…"

Discussing Setting 

• "The setting functions as a tool to contrast the characters' lives."

• "We can see this through the physical layout of the property."

• "The use of fog and night creates a Gothic atmosphere of mystery."

 Explaining Themes 

• "One of the central themes of the novella is…"

• "Stevenson critiques the hypocrisy of a society that forces citizens to lead double lives."

• "The final disaster serves as a warning that progress becomes dangerous when science interferes with moral boundaries."

Use these phrases to connect the keywords on your Mind Map for a fluent oral exam performance.