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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. 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.

2. What does Zaroff tell Rainsford he lives for?
(a) Power.
(b) Luxury.
(c) Danger.
(d) Games.

3. When, on page 7, Rainsford "indolently [puffs] on his favorite brier," what is he doing?
(a) Thoughtfully smoking a cigarette.
(b) Eagerly smoking a cigarette.
(c) Lazily smoking a pipe.
(d) Vigorously smoking a pipe.

4. On page 5, evil is described as "tangible." What would this mean is true about evil?
(a) It is a thing that can paralyze you with fear.
(b) It is a thing that you can perceive with your senses.
(c) It is a thing that can take over without you realizing it.
(d) It is a thing that can distract you from your real goals.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why did Zaroff go into the army?

3. What does Rainsford see is true about three sides of Zaroff's house?

4. What is surprising about General Zaroff's first remarks to Rainsford?

5. What is the best description of the General's servant's clothing?

(see the answer key)

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