Question 1: What time period is the story set in, according to the context guide?

Answer: Late 19th century Victorian London.

Question 2: Describe one major societal contrast present in Victorian London as mentioned in the summary.

Answer: Wealth and poverty.

Question 3: How does Stevenson use imagery and symbolism in the novel?

Answer: To depict the struggle between good and evil and the idea of dual personalities.

Question 4: Identify one phrase from the summary that highlights the theme of hidden or dual identities.

Answer: 'hidden depths'

Question 5: Explain how societal fears about morality are reflected in the story.

Answer: Students should discuss themes of moral corruption, reputation, and inner conflict as reflections of Victorian societal fears.

Question 6: Analyze how the setting of Victorian London influences the themes of the novel.

Answer: Students should analyze the impact of rapid change, societal expectations, and the contrast between appearance and reality.

Question 7: What role does the concept of 'duality' play in understanding the characters?

Answer: It shows that characters have both a good and a bad side, reflecting inner conflict.

Question 8: Create a brief paragraph describing how Stevenson might have used symbolism to represent the theme of morality.

Answer: Students should describe symbols such as the potion, the laboratory, or the dual nature of characters as representations of moral choices.

Question 9: Why do you think the story was relevant during the Victorian era?

Answer: Because of society’s fears about science, morality, and hidden corruptions.