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1.  Who is speaking with Rainsford as the short story opens?

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The correct answer is Whitney. In the opening of the short story, Rainsford is having a conversation with Whitney.

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2. How does the General know about Rainsford?

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The correct answer is "The General read about Rainsford in a magazine." This is because there is no information given about the General meeting Rainsford at a party, having mutual friends, emailing each other, or being related as uncle and nephew. The only option that is supported by the given information is that the General learned about Rainsford through reading about him in a magazine.

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3. Who is the first person to "greet" Rainsford at the door of the very large house?

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Ivan is the correct answer because he is the first person to greet Rainsford at the door of the very large house.

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4. How many days must a person elude Zaroff before he is set free?

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In the short story "The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell, General Zaroff hunts human beings for sport on his secluded island. The protagonist, Rainsford, becomes Zaroff's prey and is given three days to survive before he is set free. During these three days, Rainsford must use his survival skills and wit to outsmart Zaroff and avoid being captured or killed. The correct answer, 3, reflects the specific time frame given to Rainsford in the story.

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5. List ONE main character who dies during the story.

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In the story, "The Most Dangerous Game," General Zaroff, Zaroff, and Ivan are all main characters who meet their demise. General Zaroff, the antagonist, is killed by the protagonist, Rainsford, in a final confrontation. Zaroff's assistant, Ivan, is killed earlier in the story when he falls into a trap set by Rainsford. Therefore, all three characters, General Zaroff, Zaroff, and Ivan, die during the course of the story.

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6. ______________________ wins the game.

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Rainsford is the one who wins the game.

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7. Where is Rainsford's yacht headed?

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Rainsford's yacht is headed to Rio de Janeiro.

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8. Why does Zaroff believe that his "game" is the most dangerous?

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Zaroff believes that his "game" is the most dangerous because he values the ability to reason. He sees it as a higher level of intelligence and believes that it poses a greater threat. While greater strength, speed, and the ability to walk on two feet are all advantageous, Zaroff believes that the ability to reason allows his prey to strategize and outsmart him, making them the most dangerous opponents in his twisted game.

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9. True/False:  Zaroff has never lost his game.

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Zaroff has never lost his game. This statement is true because throughout the story "The Most Dangerous Game," Zaroff is portrayed as a skilled hunter who has never been defeated by any of his prey. He takes pride in his ability to outsmart and capture even the most cunning of animals or humans. Zaroff's confidence in his hunting skills is evident when he challenges Rainsford, the protagonist, to be his next prey. Despite Rainsford's efforts to outwit him, Zaroff ultimately fails to capture him, but this does not change the fact that Zaroff has never lost a game before.

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10. Rainsford finally eludes Zaroff by jumping into the _____________________.

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Rainsford finally eludes Zaroff by jumping into the sea or ocean. This means that Rainsford escapes from Zaroff by diving into the water. By doing so, he puts distance between himself and Zaroff, making it harder for Zaroff to track him. The sea or ocean provides Rainsford with a temporary refuge, as Zaroff cannot follow him into the water. This allows Rainsford to gain an advantage and potentially find safety on land or on another island.

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11. What is Rainsford's first name?

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The given answer, "Sanger," is the correct first name of the character Rainsford.

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12. Rainsford believes that the __________ ______________ is the most dangerous game, while General Zaroff believes that __________________ are.

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Rainsford believes that the Cape Buffalo is the most dangerous game, while General Zaroff believes that humans are. This is because Rainsford is a big-game hunter and has encountered the ferocity and strength of Cape Buffalos firsthand. On the other hand, General Zaroff, who has become bored with hunting regular animals, has developed a twisted desire to hunt humans for the ultimate challenge. He sees humans as the most intelligent and cunning prey, making them the most dangerous game in his eyes.

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13. Rainsford is passing ____________ ____________ island in his yacht.

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Rainsford is passing through a dangerous area known as the "ship trap" island in his yacht. This suggests that the island has a reputation for causing ships to be trapped or wrecked, possibly due to treacherous waters or hidden dangers. Rainsford's presence in the area implies that he may be in danger or facing a challenging situation.

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 Who is speaking with Rainsford as the short story opens?
How does the General know about Rainsford?
Who is the first person to "greet" Rainsford at the door of the very...
How many days must a person elude Zaroff before he is set free?
List ONE main character who dies during the story.
______________________ wins the game.
Where is Rainsford's yacht headed?
Why does Zaroff believe that his "game" is the most dangerous?
True/False:  Zaroff has never lost his game.
Rainsford finally eludes Zaroff by jumping into the...
What is Rainsford's first name?
Rainsford believes that the __________ ______________ is the most...
Rainsford is passing ____________ ____________ island in his yacht.
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