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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. When Zaroff says, on page 31, that there is "no greater bore than perfection," to what is he referring?
(a) His father.
(b) Rainsford's hunting plans.
(c) His own abilities as a hunter.
(d) Prey animals.

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

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

4. If someone refuses to participate in Zaroff's hunting game, what does he do?
(a) Sets them adrift at sea.
(b) Shoots them immediately.
(c) Makes them fight his servant to the death.
(d) Gives them to his servant to be whipped to death.

5. Into what two groups does Zaroff divide up the world?
(a) Thinkers and feelers.
(b) Strong and weak.
(c) Hunters and hunted.
(d) Brave and cowardly.

Short Answer Questions

1. On page 1, the night is described as "dank." In this context, what does this word mean?

2. Why does Rainsford have difficulty seeing the island from the ship?

3. What explanation does Zaroff give for his servant's not speaking to Rainsford?

4. What justification does Zaroff give for his actions?

5. What makes Rainsford a little uncomfortable about the General?

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