Refer to Explorations in Literature for a complete version of this story.
In "The Most Dangerous Game," Rainsford kills Zaroff at the end even though Zaroff had promised to release him.
What does the interaction reveal about Rainsford's motivations or values?
Question 1 options:
In Zaroff's place, Rainsford would also have shipwrecked, imprisoned, and hunted the sailors.
Rainsford is so accustomed to killing that once he starts, he can't stop.
Even though he has felt the terror that comes with being hunted, Rainsford is still a merciless hunter.
Rainsford is actually more comfortable fighting for his life in the jungle than resting in a town.
Even though he has felt the terror that comes with being hunted, Rainsford is still a merciless hunter.
Refer to Explorations in Literature for a complete version of this story.
Which statement best explains the author's choice to include both a lavish château and a jungle as the setting for "The Most Dangerous Game"?
Question 2 options:
It emphasizes the contrast between civilized and uncivilized worlds.
It presents different environments to add variety.
It introduces obstacles that make Rainsford fearful at first.
It hints at Zaroff's gracious and humane nature.
Refer to Explorations in Literature for a complete version of this story.
Which statement best explains the author's choice to begin "The Most Dangerous Game" with the hunters discussing the location of Ship-Trap Island?
Question 3 options:
It suggests that the protagonist is a compassionate character.
It establishes the setting as a mysterious and isolated place.
It creates the conversational tone and sad mood of the story.
It introduces the antagonist as a cruel and heartless person.
Refer to Explorations in Literature for a complete version of this story.
In "The Most Dangerous Game," General Zaroff explains to Rainsford that if Rainsford survives being hunted for three days, the general will release him.
"I will give you my word as a gentleman and a sportsman. Of course, you, in turn, must agree to say nothing of your visit here."
"I'll agree to nothing of the kind," said Rainsford.
What does this interaction reveal about Rainsford's motivations or values?
Question 4 options:
Despite Rainsford's many skills, he does not know how to win a negotiation.
Although Rainsford is an expert hunter, his flaw is that he misses opportunities.
Rainsford is so conceited that he would rather insult Zaroff than make a deal with him.
Rainsford's sense of honor is so strong that he refuses a deal that would help him.
Directions: Write a response that is 2-3 sentences in length to the question below using the ACE method (Answer, Cite, Explain). Proofread your writing for spelling, grammar, and conventions, and be sure to reference specific evidence from the text.
How does Rainsford's arrogance move the plot forward?
It emphasizes the contrast between civilized and uncivilized worlds.
It establishes the setting as a mysterious and isolated place.
Rainsford's sense of honor is so strong that he refuses a deal that would help him.
Rainsford's arrogance plays a vital role in moving the plot forward as it leads him to underestimate the danger he is facing on Ship-Trap Island. This arrogance is evident when Rainsford dismisses the idea of being hunted by Zaroff as mere triviality, stating, "Who cares how a jaguar feels?" This arrogance ultimately leads to Rainsford becoming the hunted, driving the action of the story and intensifying the suspense. (Sanger R., Schuster R., 2012, "Explorations in Literature")
"The Most Dangerous Game"
"...Great sport, hunting."
"The best sport in the world," agreed Rainsford.
"For the hunter," amended Whitney . . . "Not for the jaguar."
"Don't talk rot, Whitney," said Rainsford. "You're a big-game hunter, not a philosopher. Who cares how a jaguar feels?"
"Perhaps the jaguar does," observed Whitney.
"Bah! They've no understanding."
"Even so, I rather think they understand one thing—fear. The fear of pain and the fear of death."
"Nonsense," laughed Rainsford. "This hot weather is making you soft, Whitney. Be a realist. The world is made up of two classes—the hunters and the hunted. Luckily, you and I are hunters.
Question
Read the passage from "The Most Dangerous Game."
What does Rainsford’s discussion with Whitney reveal about Rainsford?
Select each correct answer.
Responses
He has strong opinions.
He has strong opinions.,
He feels sympathy for the fear of the hunted.
He feels sympathy for the fear of the hunted.,
The hot weather makes him irritable.
The hot weather makes him irritable.,
The idea of hunting excites to him.