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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: Pages 49-66.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What makes Rainsford a little uncomfortable about the General?
(a) Zaroff carries a pistol with him.
(b) Zaroff keeps making strange jokes that Rainsford doesn't understand.
(c) Zaroff refuses to answer Rainsford's questions.
(d) Zaroff keeps staring at him.

2. What is the result of Rainsford's pit trap?
(a) Rainsford himself falls into the trap.
(b) Zaroff is seriously wounded.
(c) One of Zaroff's dogs is killed.
(d) Zaroff's servant is killed.

3. What explanation does Zaroff give for having recognized Rainsford?
(a) They met during the war.
(b) They have crossed paths on their hunting expeditions.
(c) He has read Rainsford's book.
(d) Zaroff knows Rainsford's hunting partner.

4. What does General Zaroff imply is true about hunting human beings?
(a) It is the right way to deal with criminals.
(b) It is modern and civilized.
(c) It is the true expression of human instinct.
(d) It is terrible but necessary.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Zaroff believe fighting in the war should have taught Rainsford?

2. As Rainsford begins to walk along the cliffside, what does he notice in the jungle?

3. On page 51, the word "dingy" is used. How is this word pronounced, and what does it mean?

4. What is unusual about the door knocker on Zaroff's house?

5. Why did Zaroff go into the army?

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