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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. What is unusual about the door knocker on Zaroff's house?
(a) It does not seem to make any sound.
(b) It is in the shape of a hunting dog's head.
(c) It is in the shape of a gargoyle.
(d) It is rusted into place.

2. As Rainsford begins to walk along the cliffside, what does he notice in the jungle?
(a) A fire burning somewhere deep in the jungle.
(b) Signs that the island is inhabited by many dangerous animals.
(c) Signs of a large animal having been hunted and killed.
(d) That various traps have been set and that some are sprung.

3. What does Zaroff imply he was afraid of when he realized that hunting had begun to bore him?
(a) Having to go home to Russia.
(b) That he was becoming weak and soft-hearted.
(c) That he was becoming a coward.
(d) Having a breakdown.

4. Where are Rainsford and his partner headed?
(a) To Ecuador.
(b) To Port Moresby.
(c) To Rio.
(d) To South Africa.

5. What explanation does Zaroff give for his servant's not speaking to Rainsford?
(a) The man can neither hear nor speak.
(b) The man has a phobia of strangers.
(c) Only Zaroff is allowed to speak to visitors.
(d) The man only speaks Russian.

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes the General's servant intimidating when he first opens the door?

2. On page 35, General Zaroff criticizes Rainsford's "scruples." What is he criticizing?

3. What is in General Zaroff's cellar?

4. What does Zaroff believe fighting in the war should have taught Rainsford?

5. What do Rainsford and his partner intend to hunt?

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