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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which word does the narrator use to describe General Zaroff's home?
(a) Palatial.
(b) Foreboding.
(c) Grotesque.
(d) Fanciful.

2. What is Rainsford's first reaction when he falls overboard?
(a) He starts to swim after the yacht.
(b) He repeatedly yells to try to get the yacht's attention.
(c) He starts swimming in the direction of the island.
(d) He tries to swim toward the other ship.

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

4. As Rainsford nears the island, what does he hear?
(a) The sound of his ship hitting the rocks.
(b) Recorded music.
(c) A scream and a gunshot.
(d) A splash as if something has fallen in the water.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the captain of the ship that Rainsford travels on?

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

4. How does Rainsford end up alone on deck?

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

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