Character Development
How does Carter Druse show emotional growth in A Horseman in the Sky?
He accepts the tragic consequences of duty over personal feelings.
Why does Rainsford fall into the sea at the beginning of The Most Dangerous Game?
He loses his balance and ends up on Ship-Trap Island.
How does Rainsford’s relationship with Zaroff change?
From respect to seeing him as a dangerous enemy.
How does Miss Lottie influence Lizabeth?
Her dignity and sadness teach Lizabeth empathy.
What does this quote show? “Rainsford knew the full meaning of terror.”
Rainsford understands the terror of being hunted.
How does Rainsford’s perspective on hunting change by the end of The Most Dangerous Game?
He understands what it feels like to be hunted.
Why does Carter Druse decide to shoot the rider on the cliff?
Duty to his country outweighs personal emotion.
How does Carter’s relationship with his father shift?
Tragic conflict—duty puts them on opposing sides.
How does Carter’s father’s role influence Carter’s decision?
His presence heightens the moral and emotional stakes of Carter’s choice.
What does this quote show? “And I remember, with shame, the incoherent rage in which I had destroyed the marigolds.”
Lizabeth’s remorseful reflection after destroying the marigolds.
How does Lizabeth change after destroying Miss Lottie’s marigolds?
She develops empathy and recognizes the pain caused by her actions.
Why does Lizabeth destroy the marigolds in Marigolds?
Frustration and anger at her own life hardships.
How does Lizabeth’s relationship with her younger brother change in Marigolds?
She becomes more distant and aware of her growing up.
How does Zaroff’s hunting of humans influence Rainsford?
Forces Rainsford to confront fear and rethink his own morals.
What does this quote show? “Duty to my country required me to take his life.”
Carter’s inner conflict about duty vs. family.