The Lottery Anticipation

When talking about people who suggest the lottery should be given up, Old Man Warner says, "Used to be a saying about 'Lottery in June, corn be heavy soon.' First thing you know, we'd all be eating stewed chickweed and acorns" (lines 197-199). What can you infer about the purpose of the lottery from these lines?

• It provides money to support farmers.

• It tells farmers when to plant.

• It determines what crops should be planted.

• It helps ensure a good harvest.

What human trait does Shirley Jackson criticize in this story?

• Arrogance

• Conformity

• Curiosity

• Greed

Many times Jackson slows down the pace in "The Lottery" in order to

• Emphasis tradition
  

• Build suspense

• Cheer up the reader

• Show the sadness of death

What is an example of foreshadowing in "The Lottery"?

• The children participating in the lottery

• The children picking up stones at the start of the story

• The fact that winning the lottery is a terrible thing

• The fact that the lottery is a village tradition

The theme of "The Lottery" is most likely

• The lottery brings a good harvest

• Arriving late brings negative consequences

• Blindly following tradition can be dangerous

• Life is filled with joys and sorrows

What is the primary theme of 'The Lottery'?

• Tradition and its consequences

• The joy of winning

• The importance of community

• The randomness of life

Which literary device is most prominently used in 'The Lottery'?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Simile

• Alliteration

In 'The Lottery', what does the black box symbolize?

• Hope

• Tradition

• Wealth

• Freedom

What is the setting of 'The Lottery'?

• A futuristic city

• A small village

• A bustling metropolis

• An ancient kingdom

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

• By revealing the winner early

• By using detailed descriptions

• By withholding key information until the end

• By focusing on character development