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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: Pages 33-48.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which animal does Rainsford call the most dangerous?
(a) Tigers.
(b) Jaguars.
(c) Cape buffalo.
(d) Human beings.

2. Why did Zaroff go into the army?
(a) It was expected for noblemen's sons to do so.
(b) It was the only way to get away from his father.
(c) He wanted to have an excuse to kill humans.
(d) He believed deeply in the Russian cause.

3. What is Zaroff's response to Rainsford's arrival?
(a) He seems confused and changes his mind twice about what to do with Rainsford.
(b) He seems suspicious and initially locks Rainsford in a bedroom.
(c) He is welcoming and invites him to dinner.
(d) He is pleased to have company and gives Rainsford a tour of the house.

4. Why does Zaroff no longer hunt tigers?
(a) They do not challenge him enough.
(b) He came to understand that they have feelings and thoughts, just like people.
(c) He was wounded by a tiger.
(d) There are not enough tigers left to hunt them easily.

5. What does General Zaroff imply is true about hunting human beings?
(a) It is modern and civilized.
(b) It is the right way to deal with criminals.
(c) It is terrible but necessary.
(d) It is the true expression of human instinct.

Short Answer Questions

1. What explanation does Zaroff give for having recognized Rainsford?

2. What is unusual about the door knocker on Zaroff's house?

3. Which character says, on page 31, "Instinct is no match for reason"?

4. When Rainsford insists on leaving the island, what is Zaroff's response?

5. Which word best describes the inside of Zaroff's house?

(see the answer key)

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