Exploring Characters in Shirley Jackson's The Lottery

Who is the only villager to arrive late to the lottery?

• Old Man Warner

• Mr. Somers

• Tessie Hutchinson

• Bill Hutchinson

How does Tessie Hutchinson react as the lottery progresses?

• She remains calm and composed.

• She becomes increasingly frightened and panicked.

• She tries to leave the town.

• She laughs at the ritual.

What is Bill Hutchinson's initial reaction to the lottery's outcome?

• He protests loudly.

• He tries to escape.

• He stoically accepts his fate.

• He laughs it off.

How does Bill Hutchinson's character differ from his wife Tessie?

• He is more fearful.

• He is more compliant.

• He is more rebellious.

• He is more cheerful.

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What is Mr. Somers' attitude towards conducting the lottery?

• He is indifferent and bored.

• He is enthusiastic and efficient.

• He is angry and resentful.

• He is reluctant and fearful.

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How do the townspeople view Mr. Somers?

• As a fearful man.

• As an object of pity.

• As a rebellious figure.

• As a respected leader.

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What does Old Man Warner think about the changes in the next generation?

• He is indifferent to them.

• He is excited about them.

• He is dismayed by them.

• He is supportive of them.

What does Old Man Warner associate the lottery with?

• Modern traditions.

• Time-bound traditions.

• New societal norms.

• Rebellious acts.

What is Old Man Warner's view on deviating from traditions?

• He believes it is necessary.

• He thinks it is just plain bad.

• He supports it.

• He is indifferent to it.

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Which character represents the reluctance to cast aside outdated traditions?

• Mr. Somers

• Tessie Hutchinson

• Bill Hutchinson

• Old Man Warner

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