The Most Dangerous Game #1
What is the name of the island that General Zaroff lives on?
Ship-Trap Island
Why does Zaroff want to specifically hunt humans?
Because humans can reason, think, and/or are dangerous.
During the hunt, how does Rainsford finally escape?
The sea (he jumps off the cliff)
What were the items given to Rainsford before the hunt? (Must list all of them for full points)
Hunting clothes, food, and a knife
What is the name of the Protagonist
Rainsford
How did Rainsford end up on the island?
He falls out of his boat when he drops his pipe and swam to shore.
Why has Zaroff grown bored the first time?
Hunting has become too easy for him.
Animals are not as entertaining to hunt.
What does General Zaroff describe as his "ideal animal"?
Man/humans
What is the name of the first trap Rainsford sets up for General Zaroff?
The Malay man-catcher
What is the name of the antagonist?
General Zaroff
What happens during the first day of the hunt?
General Zaroff knows Rainsford is in the tree, but let's him go to continue the chase.
What do Rainsford and General Zaroff have in common?
They are both big game hunters
What is the name of the part of the island General Zaroff tells Rainsford to avoid? Why does he tell him this?
Death Swamp because it is a part of the island with quicksand
What is the name of the second trap Rainsford sets up for General Zaroff.
The Burmese tiger pit.
What is the climax of the story?
When General Zaroff decides to hunt Rainsford.
What happens after Rainsford set up the Burmese Tiger Pit?
One of General Zaroff's best hounds died.
What region of the world does the story take place?
Caribbean
How does Rainsford change by the end of the story? (Hint: How he views animals and the hunt)
He now has empathy for the animals he has killed:
He knows what it's like to be hunted.
Who does the third trap Rainsford created kill?
To be hunted by him or to be tortured by Ivan
Where are Rainsford and Whitney heading at the beginning of the story and what do they plan on doing?
To Rio/Amazon rainforest to hunt jaguar.
What is the meaning of the title of the book?
What is "The Most Dangerous Game"?
It refers to man being the most dangerous animal to hunt and that hunt is a dangerous game.
How does General Zaroff lure in his prey?
He tricks the ships with flashing lights and traps them.
At what age did General Zaroff kill his first animal (bear)?
At the age of 10.
What is the resolution of the story?
Rainsford kills general Zaroff.