The Lottery
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English
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the climax of 'The Lottery'?
Back
The climax of the story occurs when it is revealed that Tessie's slip has the black dot.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.2.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who 'wins' the lottery at the end of the story?
Back
Tessie Hutchinson is the one who 'wins' the lottery at the end of the story.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.2.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the population of the town in 'The Lottery'?
Back
The population of the town is 300.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.2.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who draws for the household in the first round of the lottery?
Back
The head of the household, usually a male, draws for the household in the first round.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What literary device is exemplified by the children gathering stones at the beginning of the story?
Back
The gathering of stones by the children is an example of foreshadowing.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.2.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the black box in 'The Lottery'?
Back
The black box symbolizes tradition and the villagers' reluctance to change their customs.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.2.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the community react to the lottery?
Back
The community participates in the lottery with a mix of excitement and dread, reflecting their complex relationship with tradition.
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