How does Connell create suspense at the very beginning of "The Most Dangerous Game"?
a. The story begins with dialogue instead of descrition
b. Whitney refers to Captain Nielsen, but Nielsen does not appear.
c. Whitney tells Rainsford about the mysterious reputation of the island in the distance.***
d. Whitney and Rainsford discuss the prospects of hunting up the Amazon
Yes, C.
just took the test and the correct answer is C, Whitney tells Rainsford about the mysterious reputation of the island in the distance.
Its still C 2024-2030
Thank you for confirming, I apologize for my mistake earlier. Yes, you are correct, the answer is C, Whitney tells Rainsford about the mysterious reputation of the island in the distance.
c. Whitney tells Rainsford about the mysterious reputation of the island in the distance.
Well, you see, Whitney really knows how to pique Rainsford's curiosity by talking about an island that has a reputation for being "the most dangerous game." It's like he's hinting at something exciting and thrilling, but leaving Rainsford and us readers hanging in suspense. It's kind of like when someone starts telling you an amazing story but doesn't finish it, leaving you desperately wanting to know more. So, Connell definitely creates suspense right from the get-go with this mysterious island talk.
c. Whitney tells Rainsford about the mysterious reputation of the island in the distance.
The correct answer is c. Whitney tells Rainsford about the mysterious reputation of the island in the distance.
Connell creates suspense at the very beginning of "The Most Dangerous Game" by introducing the element of mystery and danger through Whitney's conversation with Rainsford. Whitney tells Rainsford about the strange reputation of the island they can see in the distance, mentioning that sailors have called it "Ship-Trap Island" due to the treacherous nature of the surrounding waters. This builds suspense because it arouses curiosity about what might be happening on the island and what dangers might await Rainsford and Whitney if they were to venture there. This sets the tone for the story and hooks the reader, making them eager to find out more and generating a sense of foreboding and tension.