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Showdown Shirley Jackson

Authored by Sarah Williams

English

7th Grade

15 Questions

CCSS covered

Showdown Shirley Jackson
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does the first-person point of view affect this story?

It helps the reader to understand the conflict between Laurie’s parents.

It reveals why Charles misbehaves.

It allows the ending to include a surprising twist.

It explains how Laurie feels about kindergarten.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the primary theme explored in Shirley Jackson's 'The Lottery'?

Tradition and its impact on society

The power of love and family

The journey of self-discovery

The struggle between good and evil

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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

Metaphor

Irony

Simile

Alliteration

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

In 'The Lottery', what is the significance of the black box?

It symbolizes hope and renewal

It represents tradition and resistance to change

It is a symbol of wealth and prosperity

It signifies the unity of the community

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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

By using a fast-paced narrative

By withholding information until the end

By focusing on character development

By using complex vocabulary

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the setting of Shirley Jackson's 'The Lottery'?

A futuristic city

A small rural village

An ancient kingdom

A bustling metropolis

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which character in 'The Lottery' is chosen for the lottery?

Old Man Warner

Tessie Hutchinson

Mr. Summers

Bill Hutchinson

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