The Most Dangerous Game Literary Analysis

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In Richard Connell's short story “The Most Dangerous Game,” the setting is essential to the plot because of the features the island contains. For example, if Rainsford is not on an island he could run off to seek help. On a deserted island that only Ivan and General Zaroff know, it would be hard to escape or get help. However, if, on a wide space of land, Rainsford could run until he finds emergency services. “All he knew that he was safe from his enemy, the sea”(3). This quote was said by Rainsford who was struggling in the ocean waters at the time. Another example of why the setting in “The Most Dangerous Game” is essential to the plot are the large rocks around the island. With the high rocks surrounding the island, it would make sure

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