Jekyll & Hyde: One FULL Essay Plan Which Fits EVERY GCSE Question

Summary

In this video, the speaker, Mr. Everything English, introduces an essay plan for the novel 'Jekyll and Hyde' that he believes can address any question that might come up in an exam. The plan involves using four key quotes from the book, each analyzed with a specific literary technique and contextualized to fit various themes. The speaker demonstrates how to apply these quotes to past exam questions, such as those about sympathy for the character Jekyll, the inhumanity of Hyde, and the duality of man. He emphasizes the importance of choosing quotes that can be adapted to different questions and advises students to practice writing paragraphs using these quotes before the exam. The video aims to equip students with a versatile essay structure that can be tailored to a wide range of potential essay topics.

Takeaways

• 📚 The speaker claims to have developed an 'ultimate essay plan' that can be applied to any question related to the subject matter.
• 🔍 The essay plan involves analyzing quotes, using literary techniques, and providing context to create a comprehensive essay.
• 📝 The first paragraph of the essay plan uses a simile comparing a character to an ape, linking it to Darwin's theory of evolution to discuss devolution.
• 🌫️ The second paragraph utilizes personification and the gothic genre's use of weather to symbolize societal sins and the impending doom of a city.
• 🐺 The third paragraph discusses 'zoomorphism', attributing animalistic traits to a character to highlight the internal struggle between good and evil.
• 🔮 The fourth paragraph examines an oxymoron to illustrate a character's inhumanity and lack of remorse, relating it to societal divides.
• 🔗 The speaker suggests that the chosen quotes and techniques can be adapted to answer various exam questions, including past papers.
• 📉 The essay plan also addresses how to evoke sympathy for a character, using the character's internal conflict and the surrounding environment as evidence.
• 🧐 The speaker provides a method to link the chosen quotes to different themes such as mystery, tension, and the duality of man.
• ⏳ It is advised to practice using the essay plan with past paper questions and to select the three quotes that fit the most questions for the exam.
• 📈 The speaker emphasizes the importance of pre-planning and familiarizing oneself with the essay structure to be better prepared for the exam.

Q & A

What is the main claim made by Mr. Everything English in the video?

Mr. Everything English claims to have created the ultimate essay plan that can fit every possible question for an English exam, specifically for the study of 'Jekyll and Hyde'.

What is the first technique discussed in the video for analyzing a quote?

The first technique discussed is the use of a simile, specifically comparing a character to an ape to illustrate devolution and a link to Darwin's theory of evolution.

How does the video suggest linking the character of Mr. Hyde to the weather?

The video suggests using personification and the concept of the fog rolling over the city to symbolize the societal sins and the doom that befalls the city, which can be tied to the character of Mr. Hyde.

What is the significance of the quote 'the animal within me licking the chops of memory'?

This quote is used to illustrate the duality and internal battle between good and evil within a person, with the 'animal within' representing the evil side that is eager to emerge.

How does the video connect the behavior of Mr. Hyde to Freud's theory?

The video connects Hyde's behavior to Freud's theory by suggesting that when faced with a battle between good and evil, the evil side, represented by Hyde, often wins because humans are slaves to their desires, aligning with Freud's concept of the ID.

What is the role of the weather in the gothic genre as discussed in the video?

In the gothic genre, the weather is often weaponized and used to create a dark and evil atmosphere that aids in telling the story, reflecting societal ills and foreboding events.

How does the video suggest using the quote 'trampled calmly' in an essay?

The video suggests using the oxymoron of 'trampled calmly' to highlight the aggressive yet remorseless nature of Hyde's actions, indicating a lack of morality and humanity.

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What advice does Mr. Everything English give for selecting quotes for the essay?

Mr. Everything English advises students to choose three quotes from the four provided that they believe can fit a variety of questions and then practice writing paragraphs using these quotes in response to different essay questions.

How does the video address the concept of sympathy towards the character of Jekyll?

The video discusses how the provided quotes can be used to evoke sympathy for Jekyll by highlighting his internal struggle, loss of control, and the duality of his nature.

What is the strategy for using quotes to address different exam questions?

The strategy is to select versatile quotes that can be applied to various themes and questions, such as the duality of man, the inhuman nature of Hyde, and the creation of a disturbing and threatening atmosphere.

How does the video suggest students prepare for their exam?

The video suggests that students should write out their paragraphs in advance, using the provided quotes and techniques, so they have a clear plan for at least half of their exam.

What is the importance of linking quotes to the context of the story?

Linking quotes to the context of the story helps to provide a deeper understanding of the characters and themes, allowing for a more comprehensive and insightful analysis in the essay.