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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Pages 16-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character says, on page 31, "Instinct is no match for reason"?
(a) Rainsford.
(b) Zaroff.
(c) Nielsen.
(d) Ivan.

2. What is the name of General Zaroff's servant?
(a) Sanger.
(b) Nielsen.
(c) Ivan.
(d) Whitney.

3. Which is the best description of Rainsford when he is in the water?
(a) He is shocked at first but stays calm and thinks his situation through.
(b) He thinks the situation is amusing at first but rapidly realizes that it is serious.
(c) He panics and then is embarrassed because he is well-known for his courage.
(d) He is overconfident and thinks that nothing can harm him.

4. What is the first thing that Rainsford does once he is on top of the cliffs?
(a) Hide.
(b) Make a fire.
(c) Yell for help.
(d) Sleep.

5. What is the name of the island on which the story takes place?
(a) Sunken Ship Island.
(b) Shipwreck Island.
(c) The island is unnamed.
(d) Ship-Trap Island.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Rainsford's first reaction when he falls overboard?

3. Why did Zaroff go into the army?

4. What is Zaroff's response to Rainsford's arrival?

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

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