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What is the exposition of the story?

Rainsford meets General Zaroff.

Rainsford sets traps to outwit the General.

Rainsford falls overboard and finds himself stranded on a ship trap island. (correct)

The story ends with Rainsford feeling satisfied.

What conflict does Rainsford face?

Rainsford learns he must win a game where he is the hunted.

What does Rainsford do during the rising action?

He sets three traps to outwit the General, Ivan, and his bloodthirsty hounds.

What is the climax of the story?

Rainsford jumps off a cliff into the sea. Signup and view all the answers

What happens in the falling action?

Rainsford ambushes Zaroff, presumably killing him. Signup and view all the answers

How does the story resolve?

Rainsford says that he never slept more soundly in his life. Signup and view all the answers

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Exposition

Rainsford is introduced as a highly skilled big game hunter.
He accidentally falls overboard, leading him to Ship-Trap Island.

Conflict

Rainsford encounters a large house inhabited by General Zaroff and his servant, Ivan.
Initially welcomed, Rainsford soon discovers he must participate in a deadly game where he is the prey.

Rising Action

Rainsford has a time limit of three days to survive against Zaroff and his hunting dogs.
He uses his hunting skills to set three traps aimed at outsmarting both Zaroff and Ivan.

Climax

In a desperate move, Rainsford jumps off a cliff, believing it to be his only escape.
He survives the fall into the sea and prepares for a final confrontation in Zaroff's house.

Falling Action

Rainsford successfully ambushes Zaroff in a surprise attack.
It is implied that Zaroff is killed and fed to his own hounds.

Resolution

The narrative concludes with Rainsford feeling a profound sense of relief, stating he has never slept more soundly.

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Explore the thrilling narrative of 'The Most Dangerous Game', where skilled hunter Rainsford becomes the hunted on Ship-Trap Island. This quiz delves into the characters, conflicts, and key plot points that underline the gripping story of survival and strategy against General Zaroff.