Read the excerpt from "The Most Dangerous Game."

"Even so, I rather think they understand one thing—fear. The fear of pain and the fear of death."

What does this line of dialogue reveal about Whitney's character?

A. He greatly enjoys the thrill of the hunt.
B. He has compassion for the hunted animals.
C. He cares little for the animals he hunts.
D. He is giving up the sport of hunting.