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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. On page 51, Rainsford's night is said to be "apprehensive." What kind of a night is it?
(a) Full of regret.
(b) Full of suffering.
(c) Full of planning.
(d) Full of worry.

2. What is the best description of the General's servant's clothing?
(a) He is in a military uniform.
(b) He is dressed in a butler's uniform.
(c) He is wearing an expensive suit.
(d) He is dressed like a hunter.

3. On page 49, Rainsford thinks that running away from the chateau in a straight line is "futile." What kind of a plan is "futile"?
(a) One that will end in failure.
(b) One that is unexpected.
(c) One that is guaranteed to succeed.
(d) One that is predictable.

4. What is it implied that Zaroff keeps in his library?
(a) Human heads.
(b) Souvenirs from the war.
(c) The keys to his boat.
(d) Chloroform.

5. After Zaroff leaves, when Rainsford is lying in the tree and thinking over what has just happened, what emotion does Rainsford feel?
(a) Anger.
(b) Terror.
(c) Triumph.
(d) Regret.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which is the best description of Rainsford when he is in the water?

2. On page 33, the narrator mentions that Zaroff has "surmounted" an obstacle. What has Zaroff done?

3. Where are Rainsford and his partner headed?

4. On page 35, General Zaroff criticizes Rainsford's "scruples." What is he criticizing?

5. What is the result of Rainsford's final trap?

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