How does rainford initially react to the idea of hunting on the island

Zaroff's standpoint on hunting was about inhumanity. He believed that animals have feelings such as being fearful as they are about to be hunted. Also, he thought that it was a murder to kill animals. While Rainford's theory was the destiny of the animals to be killed. In contrary to Zaroffs belief, he assumed that animals do not have feelings.

Explanation:

the underlined phrase is an example of : understatment

the answer is b. the tracer looks harmless in flight, but the pilot’s bitten lips and white knuckles suggest how dangerous it can be.