Literary Techniques Used In The Most Dangerous Game By Richard Connell

“The world is made up of two classes - the hunters and the huntees.” The Most Dangerous Game is a very well written story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Suspense and conflict fill the scenes. However, the setting is also crucial to this story. By using these literary terms, Richard Connell wrote a short story filled with excitement and thrill that no person in the right mind will be able to put down. First of all, suspense was one of the main literary elements used in this story. One point in the story that was suspenseful was when Rainsford figured out that Zaroff could’ve killed him, but he didn’t. This very event made Rainsford worry about his well-being. He had to find better places to hide because if he didn’t, he would be killed. “He was finding the general a most thoughtful and affable host, a true cosmopolite. But there was one small trait of the general's that made Rainsford uncomfortable. Whenever he …show more content…
This story took place in an island. If the story took place anywhere but an island, it wouldn’t be as interesting. For example, if the story took place in the city it would be very unrealistic. If the story took place in a desert, there would be nowhere to run or hide. These two examples show that the setting was crucial to the story. “The stone steps were real enough; the massive door with a leering gargoyle for a knocker was real enough; yet about it all hung an air of unreality.” I believe this quote shows setting because it starts to describe the house in which Zarrof lived. This specific house is a necessity for the story. If the owner of the island had a small house it would make him seem weak and Rainsford might feel worried about the man if it was a little shack. However, this story contains an immense house. This shows Rainsford that the man is strong and powerful. This specific setting is also more appealing to the reader. It gives us a sense of