"The Lottery"

Front

Who is the author of 'The Lottery'?

Back

Shirley Jackson

Front

What literary device is exemplified by the children gathering stones into a pile?

Back

Foreshadowing

Front

What is ironic about the setting of 'The Lottery'?

Back

It takes place in summer, a time typically associated with joy and happiness.

Front

Approximately how many people live in the town in 'The Lottery'?

Back

300

Front

Why was Tessie late to the lottery gathering?

Back

She forgot what day it was.

Front

Define 'foreshadowing' in literature.

Back

A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Lottery'?

Back

The dangers of blindly following tradition.

Front

Describe the mood at the beginning of 'The Lottery'.

Back

The mood is cheerful and festive, contrasting with the story's dark conclusion.

Front

What role do the stones play in 'The Lottery'?

Back

They symbolize the violence and brutality of the lottery.

Front

Explain the significance of the lottery in the story.

Back

It represents the community's adherence to tradition, regardless of its moral implications.