Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde: Themes

BASED ON THE NOVEL YOU HAVE STUDIED WRITE THE THEMES YOU HAVE LEARNED.

1. Answer:

In “Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde” the themes of friendship and loyalty is well portrayed by Mr Utterson.

Mr Utterson is a loyal friend. This is seen in the manner in which he protects Dr Jekyll’s image.When he notices Dr Jekyll ‘s signature on Mr Hyde’s cheque, he advises Richard Enfield, his nephew not to tell anyone about it. When he notices Dr Jekyll’s walking stick behind the door in Mr Hyde’s room, he remains quiet, too. Even when he sees Dr Jekyll transform into Mr Hyde, he remains silent and does not betray him.