The Most Dangerous Game

Question

by Richard Connell
“Off there to the right—somewhere—is a large island,” said Whitney. “It’s rather a mystery——”
“What island is it?” Rainsford asked.
“The old charts call it ‘Ship-Trap Island,’” Whitney replied. “A suggestive name, isn’t it? Sailors have a curious dread
of the place. I don’t know why. Some superstition——”
“Can’t see it,” remarked Rainsford, trying to peer through the dank tropical night that was palpable as it pressed its
thick warm blackness in upon the yacht. short answers

Answer 1

1. What is the name of the island mentioned?

   • Ship-Trap Island.

2. How do sailors feel about the island?

   • They have a curious dread of it.

3. What does Rainsford think of the island's reputation?

   • He is skeptical; he can't see anything threatening.