The Lottery

What is the setting of the story?

• an inner urban city
• small country town
• New York, City
• Avery, Texas

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CCSS.RL.7.3

How do they assemble when it's time to begin the lottery?

• Making a huge circle in the town square.
• Making two double lines.
• Coming together in family groups.
• Crowding first to try to be first to draw.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What day is the lottery held each year?

• December 24th
• February 9th
• June 27th
• October 15th

Why was Tessie late to arrive at the gathering on the day of the lottery?

• She forgot her son and had to pick him up.
• She started to leave town to protest the lottery.
• She forgot what day it was.
• She ran away, but was caught and returned.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.W.9-10.9

What color is the box ?

• black
• grey
• white
• red

Who was running late for the lottery ?

• Mrs. Hutchinson
• Mr. Summers
• Mr. Graves
• Bobby Martin

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Tessie is the only character late to the lottery. Why was she late?

• She is just forgetful
• She was doing mom/wife things like cleaning
• She was taking a nap
• She doesn't care about the lottery

What type of tone does the title and beginning of story set?

• Happy
• Gloomy
• Sad
• Extatic

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CCSS.L.7.5D

Who draws for the household?

• The oldest

• The parents

• The mom

• The man of the household

What were the kids doing at the start of the book?

• Swimming
• Skiing
• Collecting stones
• Playing football