"The Lottery" Flashcard

Front

What type of conflict is primarily present in 'The Lottery'?

Back

Character vs. Society

Front

How does the community view the lottery in relation to other civic activities?

Back

The lottery is seen as a normal civic activity, similar to square dances and Halloween programs.

Front

What is Tessie's main complaint about the lottery?

Back

Tessie claims the lottery is unfair because she won, suggesting she would not have complained if someone else had won.

Front

How does the town react to Mrs. Hutchinson being late to the lottery?

Back

The town responds pleasantly to Mrs. Hutchinson's lateness.

Front

Why are Nancy and Bill Jr. happy when they open their slips of paper?

Back

They are happy because they have not been chosen for the lottery.

Front

What does the lottery symbolize in the story?

Back

The lottery symbolizes blind tradition and the potential for violence in society.

Front

How does the setting of the story contribute to its themes?

Back

The small, seemingly normal town setting contrasts with the shocking outcome of the lottery, highlighting themes of conformity and tradition.

Front

What role does tradition play in 'The Lottery'?

Back

Tradition plays a crucial role as the townspeople blindly follow the lottery without questioning its morality.

Front

What is the significance of the black box in the story?

Back

The black box represents the tradition of the lottery and the townspeople's reluctance to change.

Front

How do the townspeople justify the lottery?

Back

The townspeople justify the lottery as a necessary tradition that ensures a good harvest.