ELA 10: The Lottery

Jovial

• merry or joyus humor

• without having obstacles in your way

• done in an impatient way

• pleasantly calm or peaceful

profusely

• comply with rules, standards, or laws.

• to communicate

• seek information or an opinion

• abundant ; in great amount

What may be the main theme of "The Lottery"

• Evil can be cloaked, or hidden, in something that seems to be good. 
• Lotteries are always in the best interests of everyone involved
• Sticks and stone may break my bones, but lotteries will never hurt me
• Traditional villages consider females to have more authority.

What is the overall type of conflict in "The Lottery?" 

• Characters vs. Self
• Character vs. Character
• Character vs. Society
• Character vs. Fate

"The original paraphernalia for the lottery had been lost long ago..."
In this passage from the story, what is the word paraphernalia referring to?

• The clothing worn to the lottery
• The chant that used to be sung during the lottery
• The equipment needed for the lottery
• The papers that are stored in the black box.

When is the lottery conducted?

• Every 2 weeks
• Every year
• Once a week
• Every time there is a full moon

Who "wins" the lottery?

• Clyde Dunbar
• Joe Summers
• Tessie Hutchinson
• Bill Hutchinson

"The morning of June 27th was clear and sunny, with the fresh warmth of a full-summer day..."
The preceding passage is found in the exposition of the story. 
This passage is developing the _____________ for the reader?

• Setting
• Rising action
• Theme
• Characterization

What is the mood of the townspeople as they gather for the lottery?

• They are mostly light-hearted and friendly.

• They are all serious and sad.

• They are scared.

• They are completely quiet and nervous.

How do the townspeople view the lottery box?

• They are afraid of it.

• They all want to get rid of it.

• They see it as part of a tradition.

• They are disinterested in the box.