Is Rainsford Responsible for Zaroff’s Death in Richard Connell’s ‘The Most Dangerous Game’?

In Richard Connell’s ‘The Most Dangerous Game,’ Rainsford is indeed responsible for Zaroff’s death. The story revolves around Rainsford, a skilled hunter, who becomes the prey in a deadly game orchestrated by General Zaroff. After being hunted and surviving numerous challenges, Rainsford turns the tables on Zaroff. He infiltrates Zaroff’s mansion and confronts him in his bedroom. In the final confrontation, Rainsford kills Zaroff. This act is a direct result of Rainsford’s actions and decisions throughout the story. While Zaroff’s death can be seen as self-defense, it is ultimately Rainsford who chooses to end Zaroff’s life, making him responsible for Zaroff’s death.