Palpable
capable of being touched
How does Zaroff stock his island with “game”?
By putting in lights to act as if it's a ship channel that leads straight into rocks to crash the ships. This causes the ship's inhabitants to flee to the closest land which is the island, trapping them there with Zaroff.
What is it about Zaroff’s personality that allows Rainsford to win “The Game”?
Zaroff felt himself superior to everyone around him. This superiority allows himself to let his guard down, allowing Rainsford to win.
Scruple
to be reluctant on grounds of conscience
How is Zaroff able to finance his life style?
Through his time in the military with the Cossacks.
Debacle
disaster, failure, rout
In spite of being hurt, Zaroff congratulates Rainsford on his “Malay mancatcher,” why?
Because Rainsford is giving Zaroff the hunt that he has been looking for in terms of the higher intelligence.
Affable
courteous and agreeable in conversation
How is Rainsford similar to Zaroff?
Rainsford is a fellow hunter who is equal to Zaroff's wit.
Define Conflict.
a struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot forward and creates tension and drama
What are the conflicts in the story? Explain them.
human vs nature.
human vs human.
human vs himself.
Rainsford vs the sea, Rainsford vs the jungle
Rainsford vs Zaroff
Rainsford vs internal thoughts of hunter and prey