The Most Dangerous Game Quiz (Lit Terms)

“The Most Dangerous Game” by Richard Connel

1.  “The Most Dangerous Game” is a clever play on words. Describe the two different meanings that this title refers to.

2.  There are three major forms of conflict in literature. They are “Man vs. Man,” “Man vs. Nature,” and “Man vs. Himself.” Provide an example of each form of conflict found within “The Most Dangerous Game.”

3.  Read the following quotes from “The Most Dangerous Game”:

“Desperately he struck out with strong strokes” and “Not many men know how to use a Malay Mancatcher.”  

Are these examples of alliteration? Why or why not? Explain.

4.  Read the following passage from “The Most Dangerous Game”:

“...giant rocks with razor edges crouch like a sea monster with wide open jaws.”

Is this an example of simile or metaphor? Why? Explain.

5.   The phrase “the place [Ship-Trap Island] has a reputation—a bad one” hints at the fact that Rainsford’s life will later be in danger on Ship Trap Island. What is the name of the literary device used to give clues about future events in a story?