Question

The "Most Dangerous Game" is a short story about a hunter, Rainsford, who ends up getting hunted himself on Ship-Trap Island by another man. This passage is part of the story's exposition. What technique does the author use to build tension and suspense for the upcoming surprise?
A) The men's dialogue about hunting makes the reader anticipate the big game hunt to come.
B) The author uses comic relief at the beginning of the story to contrast its later horror.
C) The imagery of the dread-inspiring island and the oppressive weather create a suspenseful atmosphere.
D) Whitney's inability to see, even though he is known to have great vision, creates suspense for what is beyond the fog.

Answer 1

Yeah, I would go with A, too

Answer 2

I would have to say A. I hope this helps!