The Lottery

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Who is the author of 'The Lottery'?

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Shirley Jackson

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What is the setting of 'The Lottery'?

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A small country village, future

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When is the lottery held?

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June 27th

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What is the irony of 'The Lottery'?

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People tend to associate winning the lottery with winning lots of money.

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Why does Tessie think the lottery is unfair?

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Tessie thinks the lottery is unfair because she won. If someone else won, she would not have complained at all.

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What does the black box symbolize in 'The Lottery'?

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The black box symbolizes tradition and the unquestioned rituals of society.

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What is the main theme of 'The Lottery'?

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The main theme is the danger of blindly following tradition.

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How do the villagers react to the lottery?

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The villagers show a mix of excitement and fear, reflecting their complex relationship with tradition.

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What role does Tessie Hutchinson play in the story?

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Tessie Hutchinson is the protagonist who ultimately becomes the victim of the lottery.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'Lottery in June, corn heavy soon'?

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It suggests that the lottery is tied to agricultural cycles and the community's reliance on crops.