Name___________________________________________________ Date_____________________Period__________________ “The Most Dangerous Game” Graphic Organizer Prompt: Identify at least two examples of each type of conflict in the story and explain how each conflict makes the plot more suspenseful. Be sure to complete the back side as well. Type of Conflict How do I know? Examples Quote to support example Character vs. Nature Why does this make the plot more suspenseful? Explanations 1. 1. 1. 2. 2. 2. Character vs. Himself 1. 1. 2. 2. 1. 2. 1. 1. Character vs. Character 1. 2. 2. 2. Describe how Rainsford’s views on hunting changed throughout the story (2-4 sentences). Describe how General Zaroff’s views on hunting changed throughout the story (2-4 sentences). “The Most Dangerous Game” Graphic Organizer Prompt: Identify three conflicts in the story and explain how each conflict enhances the plot. Type of Conflict Man vs. Nature Man vs. Himself How do I know? Examples Rainsford battles the sea and almost drowns as he swims for his life to the nearest island which is lined with rocks and is set on a high cliff making it difficult to get to the safety of land. Quote to support example “The cry was pinched off short as the blood-warm waters of the Caribbean Sea closed over his head.” (9) Why suspenseful? Explanations Rainsford could have, and probably should have, died in the sea since it is so treacherously dangerous and the island coastline so forbidding. “… the wash of from the speeding yacht slapped him in the face and the salt water in his open mouth made him gag and strangle.” (10) Rainsford struggles with overcoming his crippling fear of being murdered. “For a seemingly endless time he fought the sea.” (10) “I must keep my nerve. I must keep my nerve.” (19) Rainsford discovers that Zaroff is a skilled hunter, maybe more skilled than he is. “… he had plunged along, spurred on by the sharp rowels of something very like panic.” (19) Rainsford’s fear was crippling his ability to think clearly enough to devise plans to get away from Zaroff. “It sent a shudder of cold horror through his whole being.” (20) “Then it was that Rainsford knew the full meaning of terror.” (20) “… Rainsford… was awakened by the sound that made him know that he had new things to learn about fear.” (22) “Rainsford knew how an animal at bay feels.” (22) Man vs. Man Rainsford squares off with General Zaroff in a life or death battle. Zaroff is intent upon killing Rainsford, and he has done so to many men so Rainsford knows that he will not hesitate to murder him also. “Hunting? Good God, General Zaroff, what you speak of is murder.” (15) “Your brain against mine. Your woodcraft against mine. Your strength and stamina against mine. Outdoor chess! And the stake is not without value, eh?” (18) Rainsford is the underdog in the chase and readers typically cheer for the underdog especially if he is the good guy. Type of Conflict Man vs. Man continued How do I know? Examples Examples of the confrontations include: Malay man-catcher Burmese tiger pit Switch blade trick that kills Ivan The final showdown Quote to support example “… only the devil himself could follow that complicated trail through the jungle after dark. But, perhaps, the general was a devil─” (19) “It seemed to Rainsford that the general was coming with unusual swiftness; he was not feeling his way along, foot by foot.” (21) “One of us is to furnish a repast for the hounds. The other will sleep in this very excellent bed. “ (23) Why suspenseful? Explanations