The Lottery

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What is the mood at the beginning of 'The Lottery'?

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The mood is bright and lighthearted.

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What is the mood at the conclusion of 'The Lottery'?

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The mood is dark and disturbing.

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How does the town respond to Mrs. Hutchinson's lateness?

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The town responds pleasantly.

Front

What is a possible theme of 'The Lottery'?

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Even if something is cruel, people have the tendency to follow the crowd and participate.

Front

Why does the town hold a lottery?

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It is a tradition that they believe will bring them a good harvest.

Front

What literary device is used when Bobby Martin stuffs his pockets with stones?

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Foreshadowing.

Front

What does the lottery symbolize in the story?

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The dangers of blindly following tradition.

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What is the significance of the black box in 'The Lottery'?

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It represents the tradition and the town's reluctance to change.

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How do the townspeople feel about the lottery?

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They feel it is a necessary tradition, despite its violent outcome.

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What is the role of children in 'The Lottery'?

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Children participate in the lottery by gathering stones, indicating the normalization of violence.