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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. When Rainsford is waiting in the tree, to whom does he compare Zaroff?
(a) A soldier he knew in the war.
(b) The devil.
(c) Czar Nicholas.
(d) Himself.

2. What supplies does Zaroff offer the men he hunts?
(a) Food and a knife.
(b) A flashlight and a map.
(c) A map and matches.
(d) Rope, matches, and food.

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

4. When Rainsford introduces himself to the General's servant, what is the man's response?
(a) He finally allows Rainsford to enter the house.
(b) He slams the door.
(c) He cocks the hammer of his gun.
(d) He calls for General Zaroff.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of General Zaroff's servant?

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

3. What do Rainsford and his partner disagree about?

4. What animal does Rainsford try to think like during the first day of being hunted?

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

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