Question

In lines 540-549, the central

conflict is established. Who
will be the general's next
victim?

Answer 1

Answer: The general intends to have Rainsford as his next victim.

Explanation: Remarks such as ". . .my idea of my idea of sport is much more diverting than Ivan's." and "I drink to a foeman worthy of my steel-- at last!" are subtle but clear clues of the general's intention to hunt Rainsford.

Answer 2

The general's next victim will be against Rainsford.

Step-by-step explanation:

"your brain against mine"