The Lottery by Shirley Jackson Review

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Who conducts the lottery in 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson?

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Mr. Summers

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What does Tessie mean when she says, 'It isn’t fair, it isn’t right'?

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She realizes the brutality of the tradition.

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How do the villagers feel about the lottery?

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Nervous but accepting.

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What does the black box symbolize in the story?

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Death and tradition.

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What foreshadows the violent ending of 'The Lottery'?

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The children gathering stones.

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What is the main theme of 'The Lottery'?

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The dangers of blindly following tradition.

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How does the community react to the lottery?

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They participate without questioning its morality.

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What role does Old Man Warner play in the story?

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He represents the old guard and the adherence to tradition.

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What is the significance of the black box's condition?

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It reflects the villagers' reluctance to change their traditions.

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How does Shirley Jackson create suspense in 'The Lottery'?

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Through the contrast of a festive atmosphere with the dark outcome.

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