8.1.4

Utterson & Lanyon

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Key Quotes - Mr Gabriel John Utterson

Here are three key quotes reflecting aspects of Utterson's character:

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Serious and represses emotions

  • "A rugged countenance that was never lighted by a smile" (1).
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Trustworthy gentleman

  • "The last good influence in the lives of down-going men" (1).
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Investigative and rational

  • “I shall consider it my duty to break in that door” (8).

Key Quotes - Dr Hastie Lanyon

Here are three key quotes showing aspects of Lanyon's character:

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Faithful friend (to Jekyll)

  • “I felt bound to do as he requested” (9).
    • Lanyon carries out the requests Jekyll asks of him in his letter.
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Kind

  • "Welcomed him with both hands" (2).
    • Lanyon warmly welcomes Utterson to his home in Chapter 2.
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Traditional scientist

  • "Jekyll became too fanciful for me" (2).

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1Plot Summary

2Characters

3Gothic Genre

4Key Themes

5Context & Author

6Literary Techniques

7Grade 9 - Key Character & Theme Questions

8Recap: Main Quotes

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