Chapter 4 'The Carew Murder Case' Flashcards

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How much time has elapsed between the incident with the child and the murder, and what month is it?

Nearly a year later, in the month of October.

What items are found on the body?

A purse and gold watch, and a sealed and stamped envelope that bore the name and address of Mr. Utterson.

Who witnesses the murder?

A maid servant living alone in a house.

Between what hours does the murder occur?

<p>2 o'clock.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is murdered and how is his identity revealed?

<p>Sir Danvers Carew.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the murder weapon?

<p>Stick.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does the weapon belong to?

<p>Jekyll.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Utterson know where to take the police?

<p>Because he knows where Hyde lives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the policeman investigating the murder?

<p>Inspector Newcomen of Scotland Yard.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is significant about the setting as Utterson and the investigator go to Hyde's apartment?

<p>It doesn't specify, so the significance is unclear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who seems glad that Mr. Hyde is in trouble?

<p>The officer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition of Hyde's house when Utterson and the inspector enter?

<p>He only had a few rooms but they were furnished with luxury and good taste.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What important clue is found at Hyde's house?

<p>The other half of the stick.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is it found?

<p>Behind the door.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it virtually impossible to get out a WANTED poster of Hyde after the murder?

<p>He had few people close to him, no family, had never been photographed, and few could describe him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Timeframe and Setting

  • The murder occurs nearly a year after a traumatic incident involving a child, specifically in October.

Victim's Identification

  • Sir Danvers Carew is the murder victim, identified through a purse, gold watch, and a sealed envelope with Mr. Utterson's name and address found on his body.

Witness Account

  • A maidservant, who lives alone, witnesses the murder through a window.

Time of Murder

  • The murder takes place around 2 o'clock.

Murder Weapon

  • The murder weapon is a stick, which belongs to Dr. Jekyll.

Crime Scene Investigation

  • Utterson guides Inspector Newcomen from Scotland Yard to Hyde's residence since he is aware of Hyde's location.

Police Investigation Insights

  • The officer investigating the case displays a degree of satisfaction regarding Hyde being in trouble.

Hyde's Living Conditions

  • Hyde's apartment consists of only a few rooms; however, they are furnished with luxury and good taste.

Key Clue Discovery

  • A significant clue, the other half of the stick used in the murder, is discovered at Hyde's residence, located behind the door.

Released Information Challenges

  • Issuing a WANTED poster for Hyde proves difficult due to his isolated lifestyle—he has no close relationships, no family, has never been photographed, and few can provide a description of him.

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