Questions and Answers
What is the exposition of the story?
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?
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What happens in the falling action?
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How does the story resolve?
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Study Notes
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.
