Key Quotes Chapter 4

“Chapter 4: The Carew Murder Case” Key Quotes

Hyde’s Violence

“And next moment, with ape-like fury, he was trampling his victim under foot”
“with extraordinary quickness, he had unlocked his door and disappeared into the house”

Utterson’s Duty

“If he be Mr Hyde, he had thought, I shall be Mr Seek”
“And his blood ran cold in his veins”

Jekyll’s Seclusion

“I am very low, Utterson, very low”
“I am quite done with that person; and I beg that you will spare me any allusion to one whom I regard as dead”

The intensity of Hyde’s violence is clear in the quote “ape-like fury”. The consonant “f” creates a harsh sound, emphasising the animalistic nature of Hyde’s behaviour. This reinforces the theme of inner brutality and the dual nature of humanity.

Utterson’s determination to seek the truth is highlighted by the quote “And his blood ran cold in his veins”. This line creates a chilling image and heightens the suspense in the story.

Jekyll’s seclusion is shown in his dialogue with Utterson. The quote “I am very low, Utterson, very low” express his despair and sense of defeat, and the avoidance of mentioning Hyde’s name show his desire to distance himself from Hyde. These convey the theme of inner conflict and the struggle between good and evil.