The lottery

1. What is the setting of "The Lottery"?

• A bustling city

• A small village

• A remote island

• A suburban neighborhood

Who wrote "The Lottery"?

• Edgar Allan Poe

• Shirley Jackson

• F. Scott Fitzgerald

• Ernest Hemingway

What is the purpose of the annual lottery in the village?

• To choose a new village leader

• To select who will receive a prize

• To determine who will be sacrificed

• To distribute food to the villagers

How do the villagers react during the lottery drawing?

• They laugh and joke with each other

• They express fear and anxiety

• They eagerly anticipate the outcome

• They protest and refuse to participate

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

• It contains the lottery tickets

• It symbolizes tradition and ritual

• It represents wealth and prosperity

• It is a symbol of hope and redemption

Who is selected as the "winner" of the lottery?

• Old Man Warner

• Tessie Hutchinson

• Mr. Summers

• Bill Hutchinson

What is the reaction of the villagers after the winner is chosen?

• They celebrate with a feast

• They express relief and gratitude

• They carry out a violent ritual

• They hold a funeral for the winner

What does the conclusion of the story reveal about the nature of the lottery?

• It is a harmless tradition

• It is a symbol of unity and community spirit

• It involves a brutal and senseless act of violence

• It is a means of achieving justice and fairness

What themes does "The Lottery" explore?

• Tradition, conformity, and the dark side of human nature

• Romance, adventure, and mystery

• Wealth, power, and social class

• Hope, redemption, and forgiveness

How does the author create suspense in "The Lottery"?

• By revealing the outcome of the lottery at the beginning

• By using descriptive language to build tension

• By including humorous elements throughout the story

• By introducing a sudden plot twist at the end