Which of the following best describes rainsford’s first impression of General Zaroff?

A. He is an overall ordinary man who lives in a extraordinary house.

B. He warmly welcomes Rainsford, but Rainsford can tell there is something strange about Zaroff.

C. He is just as, if not more, intimidating and off- putting than his companion, Ivan.

D. He seems very lonely and sad, so Rainsford agrees to dine with him out of pity.