ENGLISH 102 AP English Literature and Composition_The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP). Score for this attempt: 22 out of 22

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The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM Score for this attempt: 22 out of 22 Submitted Apr 18 at 2:12pm This attempt took 4 minutes. Question 1 2 / 2 pts (08... .02 MC)From which point of view is The Most Dangerous Game narrated? 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 2 of 13 First person, as told through Rainsford's eyes and with insight into his thoughts and feelings First person limited, with insight into Zaroff's thoughts and feelings only First person peripheral, with Rainsford telling the story of Zaroff's quest to hunt Third person limited, with insight into Rainsford's thoughts and feelings only Third person omniscient, with insight into both Rainsford's and Zaroff's thoughts and feelings Question 2 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)The author most likely chose the point of view used to tell the story toreveal the perspective of the hunted create sympathy for the characters develop admiration for the hunter enhance the objective tone of the story 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 3 of 13 tout the accomplishment of the hunt Question 3 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)Rainsford's observation that Zaroff's smile "showed red lips and pointed teeth" serves tohighlight Zaroff's predatory nature contradict Zaroff's polite demeanor foreshadow Zaroff's hunting triumph remind the reader of Zaroff's wealth underscore Zaroff's handsome appearance Question 4 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)Which statement from Zaroff best expresses a central theme of the story? 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 4 of 13 "Fractured my skull. But I got the brute." "I have but one passion in my life, Mr. Rainsford, and it is the hunt." "I live for danger, Mr. Rainsford." "Life is for the strong, to be lived by the strong, and, if needs be, taken by the strong." "There is no greater bore than perfection." Question 5 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)Which details from the story suggest an irony with regard to the character of Zaroff?He possesses finery and as a host adheres to strict rules of etiquette. He believes natural instinct is no match for calculated human reasoning. He enjoys the hunt immensely but has grown to find it rather boring. He left Russia, made a fortune, and began hunting throughout the world. 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 5 of 13 He reads voraciously and has read Rainsford's book on hunting in Tibet. Question 6 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)Read the following excerpt of the story before you choose your answer.(1) "I wanted the ideal animal to hunt," explained the general. (2) "So Isaid, 'What are the attributes of an ideal quarry?' (3) And the answerwas, of course, 'It must have courage, cunning, and, above all, it mustbe able to reason."'(4) "But no animal can reason," objected Rainsford.(5) "My dear fellow," said the general, "there is one that can."(6) "But you can't mean—" gasped Rainsford.(7) "And why not?"(8) "I can't believe you are serious, General Zaroff. This is a grisly joke."(9) "Why should I not be serious? I am speaking of hunting."(10) "Hunting? Great Guns, General Zaroff, what you speak of ismurder."(11) The general laughed with entire good nature. (12) He regardedRainsford quizzically. (13) "I refuse to believe that so modern andcivilized a young man as you seem to be harbors romantic ideas aboutthe value of human life. (14) Surely your experiences in the war—"(15) "Did not make me condone cold-blooded murder," finished Rainsford stiffly. 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 6 of 13 Rainsford stiffly. (16) Laughter shook the general. (17) "How extraordinarily droll you are!" he said. (18) "One does not expect nowadays to find a young man of the educated class, even in America, with such a naïve, and, if I may say so, mid-Victorian point of view. (19) It's like finding a snuffbox in a limousine. (20) Ah, well, doubtless you had Puritan ancestors. (21) So many Americans appear to have had. (22) I'll wager you'll forget your notions when you go hunting with me. (23) You've a genuine new thrill in store for you, Mr. Rainsford." Which group of sentences within the passage best serve to increase the pace and create tension? Sentences 1 through 3 Sentences 4 through 10 Sentences 11 through 14 Sentences 16 through 21 Sentences 11 through 23 Question 7 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)Read the following excerpt of the story before you choose your answer.(1) "I wanted the ideal animal to hunt," explained the general. (2) "So Isaid, 'What are the attributes of an ideal quarry?' (3) And the answer was, of course, 'It must have courage, cunning, and, above all, it must 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 7 of 13 was, of course, 'It must have courage, cunning, and, above all, it must be able to reason."' (4) "But no animal can reason," objected Rainsford. (5) "My dear fellow," said the general, "there is one that can." (6) "But you can't mean—" gasped Rainsford. (7) "And why not?" (8) "I can't believe you are serious, General Zaroff. This is a grisly joke." (9) "Why should I not be serious? I am speaking of hunting." (10) "Hunting? Great Guns, General Zaroff, what you speak of is murder." (11) The general laughed with entire good nature. (12) He regarded Rainsford quizzically. (13) "I refuse to believe that so modern and civilized a young man as you seem to be harbors romantic ideas about the value of human life. (14) Surely your experiences in the war—" (15) "Did not make me condone cold-blooded murder," finished Rainsford stiffly. (16) Laughter shook the general. (17) "How extraordinarily droll you are!" he said. (18) "One does not expect nowadays to find a young man of the educated class, even in America, with such a naïve, and, if I may say so, mid-Victorian point of view. (19) It's like finding a snuffbox in a limousine. (20) Ah, well, doubtless you had Puritan ancestors. (21) So many Americans appear to have had. (22) I'll wager you'll forget your notions when you go hunting with me. (23) You've a genuine new thrill in store for you, Mr. Rainsford." Sentences 11 through 20 establish which contrast between Rainsford and Zaroff? 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 8 of 13 Because he was an infantry soldier, Rainsford's experiences in war were more violent and brutal than Zaroff's. Because of his rank, General Zaroff's experiences in war were more violent and brutal than Rainsford's. Rainsford never saw an actual battle, whereas General Zaroff was on the front lines daily. Their experiences in war led them to different conclusions about the value of human life. They were at different ages during the war, so each experienced the trauma differently. Question 8 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)Read the following excerpt of the story before you choose your answer.(1) "I wanted the ideal animal to hunt," explained the general. (2) "So Isaid, 'What are the attributes of an ideal quarry?' (3) And the answerwas, of course, 'It must have courage, cunning, and, above all, it mustbe able to reason."'(4) "But no animal can reason," objected Rainsford. (5) "My dear fellow," said the general, "there is one that can." 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 9 of 13 (5) "My dear fellow," said the general, "there is one that can." (6) "But you can't mean—" gasped Rainsford. (7) "And why not?" (8) "I can't believe you are serious, General Zaroff. This is a grisly joke." (9) "Why should I not be serious? I am speaking of hunting." (10) "Hunting? Great Guns, General Zaroff, what you speak of is murder." (11) The general laughed with entire good nature. (12) He regarded Rainsford quizzically. (13) "I refuse to believe that so modern and civilized a young man as you seem to be harbors romantic ideas about the value of human life. (14) Surely your experiences in the war—" (15) "Did not make me condone cold-blooded murder," finished Rainsford stiffly. (16) Laughter shook the general. (17) "How extraordinarily droll you are!" he said. (18) "One does not expect nowadays to find a young man of the educated class, even in America, with such a naïve, and, if I may say so, mid-Victorian point of view. (19) It's like finding a snuffbox in a limousine. (20) Ah, well, doubtless you had Puritan ancestors. (21) So many Americans appear to have had. (22) I'll wager you'll forget your notions when you go hunting with me. (23) You've a genuine new thrill in store for you, Mr. Rainsford." Sentences 16–21 suggest that Zaroff views Rainsford as a formidable competitor in a hunt a barbaric hunting companion a man of superior intellect an ideal hunting guide 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 10 of 13 an unsophisticated hunter Question 9 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)Read the following excerpt of the story before you choose your answer.(1) "I wanted the ideal animal to hunt," explained the general. (2) "So Isaid, 'What are the attributes of an ideal quarry?' (3) And the answerwas, of course, 'It must have courage, cunning, and, above all, it mustbe able to reason."'(4) "But no animal can reason," objected Rainsford.(5) "My dear fellow," said the general, "there is one that can."(6) "But you can't mean—" gasped Rainsford.(7) "And why not?"(8) "I can't believe you are serious, General Zaroff. This is a grisly joke."(9) "Why should I not be serious? I am speaking of hunting."(10) "Hunting? Great Guns, General Zaroff, what you speak of ismurder."(11) The general laughed with entire good nature. (12) He regardedRainsford quizzically. (13) "I refuse to believe that so modern andcivilized a young man as you seem to be harbors romantic ideas aboutthe value of human life. (14) Surely your experiences in the war—"(15) "Did not make me condone cold-blooded murder," finishedRainsford stiffly. (16) Laughter shook the general. (17) "How extraordinarily droll you 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 11 of 13 (16) Laughter shook the general. (17) "How extraordinarily droll you are!" he said. (18) "One does not expect nowadays to find a young man of the educated class, even in America, with such a naïve, and, if I may say so, mid-Victorian point of view. (19) It's like finding a snuffbox in a limousine. (20) Ah, well, doubtless you had Puritan ancestors. (21) So many Americans appear to have had. (22) I'll wager you'll forget your notions when you go hunting with me. (23) You've a genuine new thrill in store for you, Mr. Rainsford." Which of the following statements best describes the function of sentences 22-23? They create suspense because the nature of the hunt is implied, not stated. They escalate tension through carefully crafted syntax and pacing. They reiterate the coincidence of Rainsford's arrival on the island. They emphasize the impressive hunting expertise Zaroff possesses. They underscore General Zaroff's extraordinary hunting skills. Question 10 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)Which of the following statements best expresses the overall irony in the story? 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 12 of 13 Rainsford is forced to rethink the hunt from a savage hunter's perspective. Rainsford, the famous big-game hunter, becomes the game being hunted. Rainsford, who values reason over instinct, is forced to use instinct to survive. Zaroff, as a highly skilled hunter, finally meets his match in Rainsford. Zaroff, a well-regarded hunter, wants to hunt an animal that can reason. Question 11 2 / 2 pts (08.02 MC)All of the following can be inferred from the single, abrupt sentence that closes the story ("He had never slept in a better bed, Rainsford decided.") EXCEPT: Rainsford harbors no sense of guilt as a result of the hunting experience. 08.02 The Irony of Survival: English Literature B (AP) - Chen 4/18/21, 2:12 PM https://iusd.instructure.com/courses/72167/quizzes/231862 Page 13 of 13 Rainsford's perspective of the animals he hunts will change in the future. The hunt between Rainsford and Zaroff ended with the death of Zaroff. Zaroff finally met an opponent worthy of his hunting "game" in Rainsford. Zaroff ultimately became the one to "furnish a repast for the hounds." Quiz Score: 22 out of 22 [Show More]

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