As general zaroff welcomes rainsford into his home, he is given fancy clothing, good food, and is viewed as a hospitable host. then during their first meal together, zaroff meticulously leaves out information about his "game" in order to intrigue rainsford. this calculated behavior shows that
question 2 options:
a. general zaroff is a kind man. he wants rainsford to feel welcome.
b. general zaroff is a father figure, and he wants rainsford to feel protected from ivan.
c. general zaroff is a cunning strategist. his actions are foreshadowing the hunt between the two men.
d. rainsford should not be afraid of ivan. he is just a deaf, mute butler.