The Lottery by Shirley Jackson

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What does the black dot symbolize in 'The Lottery'?

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Death.

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On what date is the lottery held in 'The Lottery'?

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June 27.

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What literary term describes the children's actions of gathering rocks at the beginning of the story?

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Foreshadowing.

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How often is the lottery conducted in 'The Lottery'?

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Every year.

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What does the term 'paraphernalia' refer to in the context of the lottery?

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The equipment needed for the lottery.

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What is the significance of the setting in 'The Lottery'?

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The setting contrasts the normalcy of a small town with the horrific outcome of the lottery.

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How does Shirley Jackson use irony in 'The Lottery'?

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The story presents a shocking twist where a seemingly benign event leads to violence.

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What role do the townspeople play in the lottery?

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They participate in the ritual, showing complicity in the tradition.

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What themes are explored in 'The Lottery'?

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Tradition, conformity, and the potential for violence in human nature.

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How does the author build suspense in 'The Lottery'?

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Through the gradual revelation of the lottery's true nature and the townspeople's behavior.