Quiz on The Lottery

What is the setting described at the beginning of the story?

• Rainy and overcast

• Clear and sunny, with blossoming flowers

• Windy and chilly

• Dark and ominous

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Why does the lottery in this village take less time compared to other villages?

• It is a new tradition in this village.

• The village only has about 300 people.

• They skip many parts of the ritual.

• The villagers rush through the process.

What are the children doing before the lottery begins?

• Playing games and running around

• Gathering stones and guarding their pile

• Sitting quietly and talking about school

• Watching the adults prepare the black box

Who is in charge of conducting the lottery?

• Mr. Graves

• Old Man Warner

• Mr. Summers

• Bobby Martin

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How is the black box described in the story?

• New and shiny

• Old and shabby, with faded and splintered wood

• Painted black with gold trim

• Decorated with symbols

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Why do the villagers hesitate when Mr. Summers asks for help with the black box?

• They are afraid of the box.

• They don’t like breaking traditions.

• They are reluctant to participate.

• They think it’s Mr. Summers’ responsibility.

What happened to the original lottery paraphernalia?

• It was stolen.

• It was forgotten or lost long ago.

• It was burned after a fire.

• It was replaced with modern tools.

Why does Mrs. Hutchinson arrive late to the lottery?

• She was finishing chores at home.

• She forgot what day it was.

• She had to look for her children.

• She wasn’t planning to attend.

What role does Mrs. Dunbar take in the lottery?

• She oversees the drawing.

• She draws for her husband, who is injured.

• She prepares the slips of paper.

• She protests the lottery.

How do the villagers react to the Watson boy drawing for his family?

• They ignore him.

• They criticize him for being too young.

• They praise and encourage him.

• They pity him and his mother.

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