Understanding The Lottery by Shirley Jackson

The people of the village met at 10 am so that

• everyone could report to work afterwards

• everyone could be home for their noon dinner

• children could come with their teachers

• farmers could skip their morning chores

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What is the primary setting of "The Lottery"?

• A bustling city

• A small village

• A deserted island

• A large mansion

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The Lottery was conducted by Mr. Summers because

• he was not married

• he was retired

• he had no children

• all of these

Why does Tessie Hutchinson protest the lottery results?

• She believes the process was unfair

• She wants to win the prize

• She forgot to bring her ticket

• She is new to the village

As the population grew, what object was replaced with slips of paper?

• small stones

• scraps of ribbon

• chips of wood

• pieces of cardboard

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Who was late for the gathering?

• Mrs. Hutchinson

• Mrs. Delacroix

• Mr. Summers

• Mr. Graves

Which family member is responsible for drawing the slip of paper from the box?

• the husband

• the wife

• the oldest son

• family's choice

What is Old Man Warner's attitude toward the lottery?

• He is indifferent

• He is supportive and traditional

• He is critical and wants change

• He is fearful and anxious

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CCSS.RL.2.10

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How does the community react to the lottery process?

• They are excited and joyful

• They are nervous but accepting

• They are confused and disorganized

• They are rebellious and defiant

Who was exempt from the lottery?

• very young children

• single parent families

• the elderly

• no one