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

2. What does Zaroff enjoy about hunting humans?
(a) They can reason.
(b) It reminds him of being in the war.
(c) It breaks a powerful taboo.
(d) They sometimes escape him.

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

4. What does Rainsford see is true about three sides of Zaroff's house?
(a) They are surrounded by a fence.
(b) They are built over cliffs.
(c) They are crumbling into disrepair.
(d) They have no windows.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. What is the first thing that Rainsford does once he is on top of the cliffs?

5. Which word does the narrator use to describe General Zaroff's home?

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