IRONY: “‘Whoever done it, they’re not going to be carrying a thing like that around with them longer than they need.”

Which early detail foreshadows Patrick's betrayal/decision to leave Mary?

“And I know it’s kind of a bad time to be telling you, but there simply wasn’t any other way. Of course I’ll give you money and see you’re looked after. But there needn’t really be any fuss" shows the THEME of:

The title "Lamb to the Slaughter" primarily uses which device?

Which literary device is most evident in the title, "Lamb to the Slaughter," given the events of the story?

IRONY: “‘Please eat it. Personally I couldn’t touch a thing, certainly not what’s been in the house when he was here. But it’s all right for you. It’d be a favor to me if you’d eat it up.”

The contrast between Mary's calm, pregnant appearance and her violent act is an example of:

The story is primarily developed through the use of

IRONY: “‘Personally, I think it’s right here on the premises.’ / ‘Probably right under our very noses.’”

In the lines “When she walked across the room she couldn't feel her feet touching the floor. She couldn't feel anything at all [...] Everything was automatic now-…” (3), it indicates that Mrs. Maloney:

The lamb symbolizes domestic peace.

Which statement best expresses a central idea of the text?

IRONY: “‘It’s the old story,’ he said. ‘Get the weapon and you’ve got the man.’”