Share The Lottery
Save to Folder
Who was the town's lottery official?
Mr. Summers
How often was the lottery held?
Every year
What date was the lottery held?
June 27th
What happens to the "winner" of the lottery?
They are stoned to death
Who ends up "winning" the lottery?
Tessie Hutchinson
What happened up at the north village?
They stopped doing the lottery
How many kids did the Hutchinson family have (that were included in their drawing)
3
What did the boys do at the start of the story?
Collect stones
What mark symbolizes the "winner"?
A black dot
How does Tessie try to avoid the consequences of the lottery (2 ways)
1. Tries to convince the townspeople that it was "unfair" 2) Tries to make her oldest daughter join for the second round
Who says, " "Lottery in June, corn be heavy soon"?
Old Man Warner
Why wasn't Clyde Dunbar at the lottery?
He broke his leg
What message do you think the author wants to communicate about tradition or conformity?
Anwers will vary
Was Tessie Hutchinson brave for speaking out, or only protesting because she was chosen?
Answers will vary
Should the villagers be held responsible for what happens, or are they victims of the tradition?
Answers will vary
Does Old Man Warner represent wisdom or blind obedience?
Answers will vary
