Exploring Themes and Symbols in 'The Lottery'

Miss Whitehurst guides students through 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. The story begins with villagers gathering for the annual lottery, a tradition with a mysterious black box. As the lottery proceeds, tension builds, culminating in a shocking conclusion where Tessie Hutchinson is selected. The story explores themes of tradition, conformity, and the dark side of human nature.

What is the date of the lottery in the story?

• August 15th

• June 27th

• May 1st

• July 4th

Where do the villagers gather for the lottery?

• In the park

• At the school

• In the town square

• In the church

Who conducts the lottery in the village?

• Mr. Martin

• Mr. Graves

• Mr. Summers

• Old Man Warner

What is the black box used for in the lottery?

• To hold the slips of paper for the drawing

• To keep the stones

• To collect money

• To store the names of the villagers

What was used for the lottery before slips of paper?

• Marbles

• Chips of wood

• Sticks

• Coins

Who is the first person called to draw a slip of paper?

• Mr. Martin

• Mr. Summers

• Mr. Graves

• Mr. Adams

What does Old Man Warner think about giving up the lottery?

• He thinks it's foolish

• He is unsure

• He is indifferent

• He supports it

Who draws the slip of paper for the Hutchinson family?

• Bill Hutchinson

• Nancy Hutchinson

• Tessie Hutchinson

• Bill Jr.

What does Tessie Hutchinson claim about the drawing?

• It was too quick

• It was too slow

• It was unfair

• It was fair

What do the villagers use to carry out the final act of the lottery?

• Stones

• Knives

• Ropes

• Sticks