The Most Dangerous Game Part 1

At the beginning of the story, how does Rainsford feel about hunting?

• He finds it distasteful and cruel.

• He thinks it's an exciting and noble sport.

• He is indifferent to the sport and only hunts occasionally.

• He believes that animals don't feel fear.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which phrase best describes the setting as Rainsford approaches the mysterious mansion?

• Welcoming and inviting

• Ordinary and unremarkable

• Eerie and suspenseful

• Bright and cheerful

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What can readers infer about Rainsford based on his reaction to the man who answers the door?

• He is easily intimidated.

• He is quick to judge others.

• He is observant and detail-oriented.

• He is uninterested in the people he encounters.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

What event causes Rainsford to end up on the island?

• He intentionally swims ashore looking for adventure.

• He falls off his yacht and swims to the nearest land.

• He follows a map that leads to a hidden treasure.

• He is invited by the owner of the island for a hunting expedition.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

The repeated sounds of the door knocker in the story suggest which of the following?

• An impending celebration

• A sense of urgency or desperation

• A welcoming environment within the mansion

• The passage of time over many hours

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the central idea presented in the story up to this point?

• The importance of wealth and luxury

• The challenges and risks of hunting as a sport

• The unexpected perils that can arise during travel

• The unpredictability of human interactions

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which type of conflict is most prominent in the story so far?

• Man vs. Nature

• Man vs. Man

• Man vs. Society

• Man vs. Self

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

In the context of the story, the word "booming" as used in the phrase "its booming loudness" is best described as:

• A rhythmic musical sound

• A strong, deep, resonant sound

• An enthusiastic increase in popularity

• A sudden loud voice filled with excitement

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Based on the details given when Rainsford approaches the mansion, what might the reader predict about its inhabitants?

• They are welcoming and friendly.

• They value privacy and seclusion.

• They are expecting many visitors.

• They are unprepared for any guests.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

How does the author's description of the setting contribute to the mood of the story as Rainsford approaches the mansion?

• It creates a sense of comfort and relaxation.

• It establishes an atmosphere of mystery and suspense.

• It depicts a romantic and dream-like ambiance.

• It evokes a feeling of nostalgia and reminiscence.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3