When talking about people who suggest the lottery should be given up, Old Man Warner says, "Used to be a saying about 'Lottery in June, corn be heavy soon.' First thing you know, we'd all be eating stewed chickweed and acorns" (lines 197-199). What can you infer about the purpose of the lottery from these lines?
The Lottery Anticipation

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English
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8th Grade
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Sarah Williams
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
It provides money to support farmers.
It tells farmers when to plant.
It determines what crops should be planted.
It helps ensure a good harvest.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What human trait does Shirley Jackson criticize in this story?
Arrogance
Conformity
Curiosity
Greed
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Many times Jackson slows down the pace in "The Lottery" in order to
Emphasis tradition
Build suspense
Cheer up the reader
Show the sadness of death
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is an example of foreshadowing in "The Lottery"?
The children participating in the lottery
The children picking up stones at the start of the story
The fact that winning the lottery is a terrible thing
The fact that the lottery is a village tradition
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The theme of "The Lottery" is most likely
The lottery brings a good harvest
Arriving late brings negative consequences
Blindly following tradition can be dangerous
Life is filled with joys and sorrows
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the primary theme of 'The Lottery'?
Tradition and its consequences
The joy of winning
The importance of community
The randomness of life
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which literary device is most prominently used in 'The Lottery'?
Metaphor
Irony
Simile
Alliteration
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