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What word best completes the sentence? Rainsford disagreed with Zaroff and refused to ____ his hunting.
What word best completes the sentence? Rainsford disagreed with Zaroff and refused to ____ his hunting.
Rainsford quickly accepted Zaroff's hunting philosophy.
Rainsford quickly accepted Zaroff's hunting philosophy.
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Describe the role of the structure in building tension in the story.
Describe the role of the structure in building tension in the story.
The structure builds tension by presenting a series of escalating conflicts and challenges faced by Rainsford.
Zaroff was _____ in tracking down his victims.
Zaroff was _____ in tracking down his victims.
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Match the survival traits to their descriptions:
Match the survival traits to their descriptions:
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Which word has a negative connotation when used to describe the quarterback's move?
Which word has a negative connotation when used to describe the quarterback's move?
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Zaroff stalked his prisoners with an odd, or a(n) _____ smile.
Zaroff stalked his prisoners with an odd, or a(n) _____ smile.
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Foreshadowing is used in the story to hint at future events.
Foreshadowing is used in the story to hint at future events.
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What trait does Rainsford exhibit by telling himself 'I will not lose my nerve'?
What trait does Rainsford exhibit by telling himself 'I will not lose my nerve'?
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General Zaroff is portrayed as a skilled hunter who enjoys a fair chase.
General Zaroff is portrayed as a skilled hunter who enjoys a fair chase.
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What does Rainsford realize about General Zaroff's intentions?
What does Rainsford realize about General Zaroff's intentions?
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Rainsford uses a _____ to create a trap for General Zaroff.
Rainsford uses a _____ to create a trap for General Zaroff.
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Match the following literary elements with their descriptions:
Match the following literary elements with their descriptions:
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Which phrase best describes Rainsford's perception of himself in relation to General Zaroff?
Which phrase best describes Rainsford's perception of himself in relation to General Zaroff?
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The smiling of General Zaroff indicates friendliness towards Rainsford.
The smiling of General Zaroff indicates friendliness towards Rainsford.
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What does the dead tree represent in the narrative?
What does the dead tree represent in the narrative?
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What does Rainsford feel as they near the island?
What does Rainsford feel as they near the island?
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Rainsford believes that sailors can often be superstitious and easily influenced by fear.
Rainsford believes that sailors can often be superstitious and easily influenced by fear.
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What does the author suggest about the nature of evil?
What does the author suggest about the nature of evil?
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Rainsford describes the sea as flat as a __________.
Rainsford describes the sea as flat as a __________.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What might foreshadow future conflict according to Rainsford's thoughts?
What might foreshadow future conflict according to Rainsford's thoughts?
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Rainsford plans to go to sleep after his interaction with Whitney.
Rainsford plans to go to sleep after his interaction with Whitney.
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How does the author create a sense of tension in the narrative?
How does the author create a sense of tension in the narrative?
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Study Notes
Uncanny
- Zaroff stalked his prisoners with an uncanny smile
- Zaroff’s ability to track victims was uncanny
Academic Vocabulary
- The story's structure is based on the conflict between Rainsford and Zaroff.
- The story starts on the yacht and the tension builds steadily as Rainsford is hunted through the island.
- General Zaroff's hunting habits and Rainsford's reactions add to the tension in the story.
Denotation and Connotation
- The word reckless has more negative connotations than bold although they both mean taking risks
- Reactionary has a more negative connotation than conservative
- Tightfisted has a more negative connotation than thrifty
- Bizarre has a more negative connotation than unique
- Impudent has a more negative connotation than outspoken
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Description
Explore the themes of uncanniness in the story, focusing on the tense relationship between Rainsford and Zaroff. Analyze how the narrative structure and vocabulary contribute to the story's psychological impact. Understand the implications of various terms used in different contexts.
