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Who is Captain Nielsen?
Who is Captain Nielsen?
- General Zaroff's mute assistant
- The Swedish Captain of the boat from which Rainsford falls (correct)
- Rainsford's traveling companion
- A well-known big game hunter
Who is General Zaroff?
Who is General Zaroff?
An excellent hunter and Cossack refugee who turned to hunting men.
Who is Ivan?
Who is Ivan?
General Zaroff's mute assistant.
Who is Sanger Rainsford?
Who is Sanger Rainsford?
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Who is Whitney?
Who is Whitney?
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Study Notes
Characters in "The Most Dangerous Game"
- Captain Nielsen: Swedish captain of the boat; crucial to the story as he inadvertently sets the stage for Rainsford's ordeal by allowing him to fall overboard.
- General Zaroff: A skilled hunter and Cossack refugee; becomes the central antagonist, having grown bored with traditional hunting and now hunts humans for sport.
- Ivan: General Zaroff's assistant; notable for his muteness and intimidating presence that adds to the perilous atmosphere of the story.
- Sanger Rainsford: The main character, celebrated big game hunter; showcases resilience and cunning as he navigates the deadly game set by Zaroff, representing both skill and resourcefulness.
- Whitney: Rainsford's companion; introduces themes of fear and moral implications of hunting through his tales of Ship-Trap Island's sinister reputation.
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