View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: Pages 1-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What do Rainsford and his partner intend to hunt?
(a) Jaguar.
(b) Cape Buffalo.
(c) Wild Boar.
(d) Antelope.

3. On page 1, the night is described as "dank." In this context, what does this word mean?
(a) Damp and musty.
(b) Promising.
(c) Strange and unique.
(d) Excellent.

4. Why does Rainsford stand up on the ship's rail?
(a) He has been drinking and is fooling around.
(b) He is trying to reach something stuck in the rigging.
(c) He is trying to signal another ship.
(d) He thinks that he hears gunfire.

5. Who is Rainsford's hunting partner?
(a) Neilsen.
(b) Sanger.
(c) Whitney.
(d) Ivan.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Whitney give Rainsford for the sailors' fear of the island?

2. As Rainsford nears the island, what does he hear?

3. Who is the author of "The Most Dangerous Game"?

4. How does Rainsford end up alone on deck?

5. In what region is the island located?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 301 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample