Dangerous Games

Which of the following statements most closely describes how the General ensures that he has challenging prey on the island?

• He tricks passing ships into crashing and hunts the survivors.

• He invites them to come celebrate his birthday.

• He invites his friends to come hunting with him.

• He kidnaps people.

How does Zaroff find the men that he hunts?

How many days must Rainsford elude Zaroff?

• 4

• 3

• 1

• 2

Who is the protagonist in the short story?

• Rainsford

• Zaroff

• Whitney

• Ivan

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Why does General Zaroff choose Rainsford as his opponent in his deadly game?

• Because Rainsford accidentally arrives on his island.

• Because he respects Rainsford's published work on hunting.

• Because he wants to prove his superiority over a famous hunter.

• Because Rainsford is the only other person on the island.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What can be inferred about Zaroff's character from his extensive collection of hunting books and trophies?

• He is a novice hunter seeking to learn more.

• He has a deep respect and compassion for animals.

• He is proud and possibly obsessed with his hunting skills.

• He collects books and trophies for decorative purposes only.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How does Rainsford's attitude towards hunting change throughout the story?

• He becomes more enthusiastic about hunting.

• He remains indifferent to the act of hunting.

• He starts to empathize with the prey and disapproves of hunting for sport.

• He decides to give up hunting altogether.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How does the setting of the isolated island contribute to the suspense and the development of the plot?

• It provides a safe haven for Rainsford to rest and hide.

• It limits Rainsford's options for escape, increasing the tension.

• It allows for more characters to intervene in the plot.

• It decreases the story's suspense by offering many hiding spots.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What role does the theme of survival play in influencing Rainsford's actions and decisions during the hunt?

• It makes him more cautious and hesitant.

• It drives him to form alliances with other characters.

• It pushes him to his physical and mental limits, leading to innovative survival tactics.

• It has no significant impact on his decisions.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What happens during the first day of the hunt?

• Ivan punches Rainsford.

• The dogs bite Rainsford.

• Rainsford escapes.

• Zaroff leaves Rainsford out to prolong the hunt.