The Most Dangerous Game Flashcard

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Who is the antagonist in 'The Most Dangerous Game'?

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Zaroff is the antagonist, representing the main source of conflict against Rainsford.

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How does Rainsford finally defeat General Zaroff?

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Rainsford defeats Zaroff by swimming back to his house and ambushing him.

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What does the last sentence of the story reveal about Rainsford?

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It reveals that Zaroff has lost the final duel, as Rainsford is now in his bed.

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What part of the plot diagram does the dialogue between Rainsford and Zaroff during dinner represent?

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This dialogue represents the Rising Action in the plot.

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What is the game that Zaroff invents?

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Zaroff invents a game where he hunts human beings, specifically sailors he lures to his island.

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Define 'antagonist' in literature.

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An antagonist is a character or force in conflict with the main character, often creating obstacles.

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What is the significance of the setting in 'The Most Dangerous Game'?

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The isolated island setting creates tension and emphasizes the theme of survival.

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Explain the theme of survival in 'The Most Dangerous Game'.

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The theme of survival is explored through Rainsford's struggle to outsmart Zaroff and stay alive.

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What literary device is used in the title 'The Most Dangerous Game'?

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The title uses irony, as it refers to hunting humans, which is morally and ethically dangerous.

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What does Rainsford's character represent in the story?

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Rainsford represents the idea of the hunter versus the hunted, challenging moral perspectives.