Question

What does the word quarry mean in the excerpt below?

“Simply this: hunting had ceased to be what you call ‘a sporting proposition.’ It had become too easy. I always got my quarry. Always. There is no greater bore than perfection.”

A. A typically large deep pit

B. An animal that is being pursued by a hunter

C. An unglazed floor tile

D. A reward given to hounds

Answer 1

B) An animal that is being pursued by a hunter

Explanation:

In the context of this story, it can only mean a hunted animal because he is referring to hunting.

Answer 2

B

Explanation:

Using Context clues, we can see that the theme is hunting.