How is Zaroff's defeat in "The most dangerous game" caused by his own arrogance?
A- He is tricked by Rainsford
B- Zaroff is wounded by Rainsford's trap
C- He lets Rainsford go to prolong the hunt
D- He watches Rainsford jump into the sea
C - He lets Rainsford go to prolong the hunt.
Zaroff's defeat is caused by his own arrogance because he becomes so confident in his hunting abilities that he underestimates Rainsford and lets him go, thinking he will be an easy target to hunt down again. However, Rainsford uses this opportunity to turn the tables on Zaroff and become the hunter himself, ultimately leading to Zaroff's defeat.
The correct answer that demonstrates Zaroff's defeat is caused by his own arrogance is B- Zaroff is wounded by Rainsford's trap.
Here's the step-by-step breakdown:
1. Throughout the story, Zaroff exudes a sense of superiority and arrogance. He views himself as an invincible hunter and believes that no one can defeat him.
2. As the story progresses, Rainsford, the protagonist, becomes the target of Zaroff's deadly game. Rainsford is an experienced hunter himself and is able to outwit and evade Zaroff for a while.
3. When Rainsford constructs a trap known as a Malay man-catcher, he sets it up to harm or incapacitate Zaroff. This action demonstrates Rainsford's resourcefulness and cunning.
4. However, due to his arrogance, Zaroff underestimates Rainsford's capabilities and falls into the trap that Rainsford has set. The trap causes Zaroff to sustain a serious injury.
5. Zaroff's arrogance blinds him to the potential danger of a trap set by his prey, ultimately leading to his defeat.
Therefore, it is the combination of Zaroff's arrogance and underestimation of Rainsford's abilities that results in his own downfall.