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Duplicate of "The Most Dangerous Game"
Duplicate of "The Most Dangerous Game"
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Review of short story and plot elements.
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1
What is most likely the climax (most intense part/turning point) of the story?
Rainsford falls off the yacht
Z returns home disappointed, only to find R waiting for him
Ivan opens the door with a gun pointed at Rainsford
Rainsford jumps into the sea to avoid the hounds
2
Zaroff refers to this word when he talks of himself and the luxuries present on his island
prosperous
intelligent
antiquated
civilized
3
What character qualities are revealed by Rainsford's struggle after falling overboard?
his compassion for others
his ability to reason and deduce
his passion for hunting
his ability to swim far faster than any American
4
What types of traps are set by Rainsford?
Maui Man-catcher, Ugandan Knife Trap, and Burmese Tiger Pit
Malay Man-catcher, Ugandan Knife Trap, & Japanese Tiger Pit
Malay Man-catcher, Ugandan Knife Trap, & Burmese Jaguar Pit
Malay Man-catcher, Ugandan Knife Trap, and Burmese Tiger Pit
5
Rainsford fighting his fear is what type of conflict?
internal
situational
external
6
Who is killed by the Ugandan Knife-trap?
Zaroff
Ivan
Lazarus
Rainsford
7
What startles Rainsford as he is relaxing on deck?
the sound of a loud scream
the sound of gunshots
the sound of an animal roaring
the backfiring of the engine
8
How do sailor's superstitions regarding Ship-Trap Island foreshadow events to come?
The sailors are foolish, as no bad things happen on the isle
They are right about throwing salt over shoulders to be safe
Their feelings have merit--the island is death trap for men.
The sailors have no superstitions about the island.
9
Why does Rainsford ultimately "agree" to be hunted?
He thinks he can find a way off the island during the hunt.
He thinks he can easily outwit Zaroff.
He does not want to be tortured and killed by Ivan.
Zaroff has promised not to "really" hurt him during the hunt
10
What does Rainsford deduce after examining the jungle upon arrival?
a hunter wounded a large animal and finished it off
a man had been killed in the jungle
he was in a safe place
he was on a deserted island with no life
11
What does Rainsford do rather than face Zaroff and his pack of hounds?
throw himself into a pit of live snakes
bury himself in the quicksand
jump off a cliff into the rocky ocean
throw himself into the tiger pit trap
12
Where is the story set?
Rio
Mexico
Russia
Caribbean
13
The struggle between Rainsford and the sea is an example of what type of conflict?
situational
internal
external
14
What does Zaroff describe as the "ideal animal"?
one that can reason
the cape buffalo
the grisly bear
the jaguar
15
What game does Rainsford realize that Zaroff is playing with him after the first day?
Capture the Flag
Freeze tag
Cat and Mouse
Go Fish
16
What surprise awaits Zaroff back at his chateau?
clean sheets on his comfortable bed
News that Ivan survived the knife trap
Rainsford
a fine home-cooked meal
17
Who is the protagonist?
Sanger Rainsford
Ivan
Whitney
General Zaroff
18
Who is killed by the Burmese Tiger Pit?
Ivan
Zaroff
Rainsford
a hound
19
Character that values human life; is ethical and realistic
Ivan
Zaroff
Rainsford
Lazarus
20
What does Whitney describe evil as being?
manly
tangible
scary
sour
21
Describing the night as being "like moist velvet" is an example of a/an
allegory
personification
simile
metaphor
22
Why did the general lose interest in hunting?
he began binge-watching Survivor on Netflix.
he began working crosswords, and found them more challenging
he killed all the animals in South America
he grew bored hunting wild animals (no longer challenging)
23
Why does Rainsford go on deck at the beginning of the story?
to smoke a pipe
to watch the stars
to speak with the captain
to breathe in the fresh air
24
What is the name of the island that sailors fear?
Lost Ship Island
Shipwreck Island
Ship-Trap Island
Cannibal Island
25
Why does Rainsford fall into the water in the first place?
he slips in a puddle
the railing breaks
he tries to catch his pipe
Whitney pushes him
26
What do General Zaroff and Rainsford have in common?
they are both hunters
the are both extremely wealthy
they both know a girl named Whitney
they both smoke black cigarettes
27
Why could no one hear Rainsford's cries after he fell into the water?
the water choked him too badly
everyone was asleep
the boat was soundproof
the boat sped away too quickly
28
According to Zaroff, what is the most dangerous game?
tigers
men
wooly mammoth
cape buffalo
29
What word, besides Cossack, does General Zaroff use to describe Ivan (and ultimately himself)?
skilled
savage
dumb
sophistaicated
30
Where does Rainsford find himself after swimming ashore?
a pier by the seashore
a rocky shore just outside of a jungle
a wide sandy beach
a swampy bog
31
Rainsford sleeps in Zaroff's bed
conflict
climax
setting
resolution
32
Who is injured by the Malay Man-catcher?
a dog
Zaroff
Rainsford
Ivan
33
Who or what is the antagonist?
the hounds
General Zaroff
Ship-Trap Island
Ivan
34
Why isn't the general concerned that Rainsford hasn't promised to keep quiet about the island?
He is confident that he will hunt and kill Rainsford.
He is planning to lock Rainsford in the cellar if he wins.
Rainsford is his first cousin, and would never turn on him.
He knows Rainsford will want to train the other sailors.
35
What kind of gun sounds as Rainsford swims in the sea?
a pistol
a rifle
a BB gun
machine gun
36
Why can't Rainsford see more than four feet while standing on the boat?
the lights on the boat are broken
it is a moonless night
there are too many trees
he doesn't have a flashlight
37
What does Z do on the first night that shows he knows where R is hiding and could kill him.
say nothing and walk away
smile up at the tree
look at the tree trunk
blow a ring of smoke
38
How does the reader know that General Zaroff, not Ivan, is in charge?
Ivan lowers his weapon and salutes the general
The general is the only one with a gun
Ivan is much smaller than the general
Ivan uses "yes, sir" when addressing the general
39
Where are Whitney and Rainsford at the beginning of the story?
at a restaurant in Rio
hunting in the Amazon jungle
planning their trip in New York City
on a yacht near Ship-Trap Island
40
What is Rainsford's response to Zaroff's confession?
Rainsford runs screaming from the chateau & jumps in sea.
Rainsford thinks Zaroff is joking, and is then horrified.
Rainsford is excited about hunting the "new" animal.
Rainsford tackles Zaroff, ties him up, and swims for help.
41
What does Zaroff fear?
That Rainsford will become the new master of the island.
That Rainsford will be the easiest prey of all.
That Ivan will help the sailors revolt.
That he'll go to pieces if hunting no longer fascinates him.
42
What type of mood is created by Connell's use of a medieval chateau?
sad and depressing
peaceful and calm
dark and foreboding
romantic
