Rainsford came up with traps to thwart Zaroff because he is a master hunter and has hunted almost everything there is to hunt. He is clever, and is used to being out in the wild and surviving. He also makes a certain "pit of death" like trap for Zaroffs dogs because he saw them in a pen earlier in the book.
rainsford vs sea, for a seemingly endless time rainsford fought the sea.
Some how,some way Rainsford gets into Zaroff's bed room and hinds behind the curtain until Zaroff goes to "rest". Zaroff congratulates him telling Rainsford that he won the game, Rainsford kills Zaroff,which means Rainsford won and now is free to go.
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Rainsford and General Zaroff are different in their moral compass and values. Rainsford values life and believes in the sanctity of human existence, while General Zaroff sees hunting humans as a sport and lacks empathy for his prey. Additionally, Rainsford is a skilled hunter who respects the laws of nature, whereas General Zaroff manipulates the rules to suit his own desires and ego. Their differing perspectives on hunting and the value of human life drive the conflict in "The Most Dangerous Game."
Rainsford's decision to kill Zaroff at the end of "The Most Dangerous Game" is justified as it serves as a necessary act of self-defense and moral retribution against a man who has preyed on innocent lives for sport. By confronting and ultimately eliminating Zaroff, Rainsford not only protects himself but also puts an end to the sadistic game that has caused so much suffering. This act of vengeance highlights the theme of survival and the moral complexities of hunting, positioning Rainsford as a character who has evolved from prey to predator, reclaiming his agency in a life-or-death situation.
the traps were made by the main character dude...the protagonist...think his name was Rainsford...ya Rainsford cause he was being hunted by Zarrof, Ivan, and Zarrof's hunting dogs.
In "The Most Dangerous Game," Rainsford sets several traps to outwit General Zaroff. He constructs a Malay mancatcher, which is designed to injure Zaroff, and a Burmese tiger pit, which captures and kills one of Zaroff's hunting dogs. Additionally, Rainsford uses a knife trap that he sets to target Zaroff directly. These traps showcase Rainsford's ingenuity and survival skills in the deadly game of cat and mouse.
In "The Most Dangerous Game," Rainsford uses several traps to outsmart General Zaroff. He sets a Malay mancatcher, which injures Zaroff, and a Burmese tiger pit, which kills one of Zaroff's hunting dogs. Additionally, he creates a noose trap that captures another dog. These traps showcase Rainsford's ingenuity and survival skills as he turns the tables on his pursuer.
Zaroff protects himself during the hunt for Rainsford by utilizing his extensive knowledge of the island and his own hunting prowess. He sets up traps and uses the terrain to his advantage, ensuring he has the upper hand. Additionally, he is armed and confident in his skills, making it difficult for Rainsford to outsmart him. Zaroff's arrogance and underestimation of Rainsford ultimately contribute to his downfall.
Zaroff is hunting Rainsford for entertainment. Rainsford building traps like these entertains him. Animals and most sailors have previously seemed incapable of providing such a foe for him. His congratulations can also be seen as him mocking Rainsford because the trap did not damage him very much.
because zaroff knew his island well. he seemed to set up the whole island to prove difficult for escape.
Yes... We put up ant traps but they STILL come in!
General Zaroff gets slightly injured during his pursuit of Rainsford when he steps into one of the traps he set up to catch him. This injures his shoulder, but does not prevent him from continuing the hunt.
In the story Rainsford hears the sound of gun shots so he runs towards the sound. He then slips and his pipe flies out of his mouth. Then Rainsford jumps to try to catch his pipe but he jumps to far and falls in the ocean. Then he swims to the island.
swims to it after accidentally falling overboard
they set up squirrel traps, raccoon traps, rabbit traps and beaver traps
Rainsford can earn his freedom by outsmarting General Zaroff in their deadly game of survival. By using his wits and skills as a hunter, he can set traps and create diversions to evade capture. Ultimately, Rainsford must confront Zaroff and defeat him, which enables him to reclaim his freedom and escape the island. His resourcefulness and determination are key to overcoming the challenges he faces.