The Lottery Review

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What is the setting of 'The Lottery'?

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A small country town.

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What is Old Man Warner's reason for keeping the lottery?

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The tradition of the Lottery.

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What can be seen on the slip of paper of the winner of the lottery?

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A black spot.

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What happens to the winner of the lottery?

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They are stoned to death.

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At the end of the story, who 'wins' the lottery?

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Tessie Hutchinson.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Lottery'?

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The dangers of blindly following tradition.

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Who conducts the lottery in the town?

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Mr. Summers.

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What is the significance of the black box used in the lottery?

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It symbolizes tradition and the townspeople's reluctance to change.

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How do the townspeople react to the lottery?

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They show a mix of excitement and fear, reflecting their acceptance of the tradition.

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What does Tessie Hutchinson's character represent in the story?

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The arbitrary nature of persecution and the consequences of conformity.