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What are Sanger Rainsford and his friend Whitney planning to do in the Amazon?
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Fish for piranhas
Hunt jaguars
Explore ancient ruins
Conduct scientific research
What is the nature of the argument between Rainsford and Whitney as they pass near the island on their boat?
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Whether the island is truly cursed
If Ship-Trap Island could be a good place for hunting
Whether animals can experience thoughts and feelings
The ethics of hunting for sport versus survival
What does Rainsford's reaction to falling overboard suggest about him?
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He has good stamina and stays levelheaded in emergencies
He is inexperienced and panics in emergencies
He is easily frightened by sounds of violence
He lacks the ability to survive in challenging situations
What does Rainsford mistake for a mirage when he's first exploring the island?
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An old man with a beard
A mansion
An image of his mother
A jaguar with human-like eyes
What leads Rainsford to believe the island is inhabited?
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The presence of a signal fire
Voices heard in the jungle
A map found on the beach
Blood-stained weeds and signs of a hunter
What is confusing or suspicious about the presence of General Zaroff's armed guard?
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The fact that the guard seems like a threat to General Zaroff himself
The fact that the guard seems incapable of moving quickly
The fact that the guard looks like General Zaroff's identical twin
The fact that most aristocratic generals wouldn't need a guard on a remote island
How does General Zaroff know who Rainsford is?
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By recognizing him from a newspaper article
Because once met at a hunting convention
Through Rainsford's reputation as a celebrated hunter
Rainsford introduces himself with a business card
What does Zaroff reveal about his feelings towards hunting?
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He considers it too easy and thus dull
It's an occasional pastime for him
He is indifferent and hunts only for social reasons
He finds it a morally conflicting hobby
What does the long lead-up to Zaroff's confession about hunting humans imply?
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That he's toying with Rainsford and wants to keep him occupied as long as possible
That he is ultimately a very shy man despite his violent predilections
That he is shamelessly at ease when discussing violent topics
That he knows killing humans outside of warfare is socially unacceptable
How does Rainsford react to Zaroff's invitation to join the hunt?
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He eagerly accepts, intrigued by the challenge
He politely declines, worrying he might ruin his reputation
He is shocked and refuses, insisting that Zaroff is committing murder
None of the above
How does Zaroff procure his "game" for hunting?
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By using lights to trick ships into crashing into the cliffs
By rescuing shipwrecked sailors and then hunting them
By kidnapping people from nearby islands
By purchasing prisoners from corrupt officials
What does Zaroff's hunting game reveal about his views on fairness and social Darwinism?
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He believes in a genuinely fair and square competition where the best man wins
His game is ultimately rigged to reinforce his belief that he is superior to his prey
He sees himself as providing a charitable opportunity for men to prove their worth
He aims to educate the hunted on survival skills and views himself as a mentor
What options does Zaroff give to the men who refuse to be hunted?
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They can choose to be handed over to Ivan for torture
They are given a chance to join Zaroff's team
They can leave the island freely
They are allowed to wait for rescue without participating
What realization does Rainsford come to after retiring to his room?
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He is in a luxurious retreat
He is related to Zaroff
He is trapped in his room
None of the above
What social commentary is implied by Zaroff's enjoyment of hunting humans?
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It highlights the importance of survival skills in the wild
It criticizes social Darwinism and the dehumanization of marginalized groups
It suggests that hunting is an essential skill for high society
It underscores the value of teamwork and strategic thinking
What condition does Zaroff set for Rainsford if he wins the game?
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He must join Zaroff as a fellow hunter
He must agree to return annually for a rematch
He must remain on the island as Zaroff's assistant
He can leave the island but must never speak of his experiences
Why does Zaroff offer Rainsford survival tips for the hunt?
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To ensure a fair and balanced competition
As a display of sportsmanship and honor
To intimidate Rainsford with his confidence
Because he secretly hopes Rainsford will win
As darkness falls on the opening night of the hunt, how does Rainsford feel about his tactics?
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He feels confident that Zaroff won't be able to track him
He feels unsure about whether or not his tactics will keep him safe
He thinks his tactics will work but only for an hour so
He thinks his tactics will work because they're unprecedented
What tactic does Zaroff use during his first encounter with Rainsford in the jungle?
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He immediately tries to shoot Rainsford from a distance
He pretends not to see Rainsford as a way of toying with him
He sets traps to capture Rainsford unawares
He uses his dogs to scare Rainsford out of hiding
What does Rainsford do to gain an advantage after his initial encounter with Zaroff during the hunt?
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He confronts Zaroff directly in a duel
He creates a diversion by setting a fire
He steals Zaroff's boat to escape the island
He crafts a trap that injures Zaroff
What does Rainsford's idea about the quicksand signify about his state of mind?
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He is giving up hope and preparing for his end
He is adapting to the situation with desperation and ingenuity
He is confident and enjoying the challenge of the hunt
He is regretful and is questioning his past actions as a hunter
How does Zaroff react to Rainsford's success at the end of the first day of the hunt?
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By retreating from the island permanently
By congratulating Rainsford and retreating to heal
By escalating the hunt with the promise of returning with all his hunting dogs
By immediately trying to find and kill Rainsford in anger
What does Rainsford's creation of the knife booby-trap result in?
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He kills Ivan
He accidentally injures himself
Zaroff is severely wounded and retreats
Zaroff becomes more cautious and uses a different strategy
What desperate action does Rainsford take to escape Zaroff and his dogs?
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He disguises himself as one of Zaroff's servants
He climbs a tree to hide until they pass
He sets the jungle on fire to distract them
He jumps into the water to swim across the cove
What does Zaroff do when he thinks the hunt is over?
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He carries on his evening routine as if nothing has happened
He goes home and obsesses over what became of Rainsford
He keeps walking the coastline in search of Rainsford
None of the above
What does the narrative suggest about Rainsford following his success at the end of the story?
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He maintains his ethical stance against hunting humans
He becomes remorseful for his actions during the hunt
He adopts Zaroff’s view on hunting as a justified pursuit
He has perhaps embraced the brutality he once condemned
