The Lottery - Quiz

In the beginning of the story, what is the overall mood?

• Sad, gloomy

• Angry, frustrated

• Jovial, upbeat

• happy, friendly

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What is the setting of the story?

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In the second paragraph of the story, the children are gathering stones for what seems to be a game. At the end of the story, we learn WHY they were gathering stones. What literary device does this this exemplify?

• Imagery

• Personification

• Foreshadowing

• Diction

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The lottery is put in the same category as "the square dance, the teenage club, the Halloween program" and other "civic activities." Based on this, how should the winner of the lottery feel?

• Fearful, Angry

• Excited, Happy

• Bored, Lonely

• Curious

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The climax of the story is when ___________ reveals the slip with the black dot.

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The resolution of the story occurs when the lottery winner is ___________________.

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Themes of the story include all of the following EXCEPT:

• Banality of Evil

• Tradition & Ritual

• Conformity

• Follow the rules or else bad things will happen.

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Why is the setting important in any piece of writing?

Answer explanation

Make sure you included the time, place, and characters which also help develop the setting.

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Why do you feel the villagers continue with The Lottery? Explain.

The literary definition of symbolism is “the use of symbols that represent other concepts or ideas in order to convey a deeper meaning.” Symbolism can use an object, person, situation, event, or action with a deeper meaning in the overall context of literary work that goes beyond surface understanding. When used properly, symbolism can enhance a piece of writing and bridge the gap between the reader and writer.

 

Identify ONE symbol in "The Lottery" and explain your reasoning.

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