The Most Dangerous Game Anticipation Guide

Who is the protagonist in the short story?

• Rainsford

• Zaroff

• Whitney

• Ivan

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Who is the antagonist in the short story?

• Rainsford

• Zaroff

• Ivan

• Whitney

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

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CCSS.RL.4.4

What is the setting of the short story?

• Rio

• Ship Trap Island

• China

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

How does the author create suspense at the beginning of the selection?

• He starts the story with dialogue, not description.

• He has Whitney go to bed early.

• He has Whitney describe the mysterious reputation of the island they are passing.

• He shows how Whitney and Rainsford plan to go hunting in the Amazon.

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How does Rainsford use his knowledge of hunting to his advantage against Zaroff?

• He uses it to predict Zaroff's movements and plan his escape routes.

• He creates a detailed map of the island.

• He trains animals on the island to help him.

• He writes a message for help and sends it by sea.

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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 strategic decision does Rainsford make to survive the hunt?

• He decides to swim back to the mainland.

• He sets up various traps to confuse and injure Zaroff.

• He surrenders to Zaroff, hoping for mercy.

• He tries to reason with Zaroff to end the game.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What does Zaroff's treatment of his servant Ivan suggest about his views on human life?

• He values all human life deeply.

• He sees some humans as expendable and inferior.

• He treats all his servants with respect and kindness.

• He is indifferent to human life but values loyalty.

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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

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