Characterization in "The Lottery" Quiz

Which character trait best describes Tessie Hutchinson's behavior when she arrives late to the lottery?

• Punctual

• Forgetful

• Carefree

• Anxious

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What motivates Old Man Warner to support the lottery?

• Fear of change

• Desire for wealth

• Belief in tradition

• Hope for a better crop

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

How does Mr. Summers' dialogue when he says, "Time sure flies," indirectly characterize him?

• As forgetful

• As busy

• As nostalgic

• As indifferent

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Which form of indirect characterization is used to describe Tessie Hutchinson's reaction to the lottery's outcome?

• Her physical appearance

• Her speech

• Her actions

• The reactions of others towards her

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Compare and contrast the characters of Mr. Summers and Old Man Warner. Which statement is true?

• Both characters are deeply superstitious.

• Both characters are critical of the lottery.

• Mr. Summers is seen as more progressive, while Old Man Warner is deeply traditional.

• Old Man Warner runs the lottery, while Mr. Summers opposes it.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

What does Mrs. Delacroix's action of selecting a large stone imply about her character?

• She is inherently violent.

• She is deeply supportive of the lottery.

• She is conflicted about the lottery.

• She is influenced by mob mentality.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

How does the dialogue between characters before the lottery begins serve to characterize the town's people?

• It shows their eagerness for violence.

• It reveals their deep-seated fear of the lottery.

• It illustrates their casual acceptance of the tradition.

• It demonstrates their desire to end the lottery.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Which character is best described as the voice of tradition within the story?

• Tessie Hutchinson

• Mr. Summers

• Old Man Warner

• Mrs. Delacroix

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Evaluating the impact of Tessie Hutchinson's final actions, what theme do they most strongly support?

• The danger of blindly following tradition

• The power of individual protest

• The inevitability of fate

• The strength of community bonds

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the hesitation shown by some villagers to participate in the lottery suggest about their character?

• They are inherently kinder than others.

• They question the morality of the lottery.

• They are afraid of being the next victim.

• They do not believe in the lottery's purpose.