"The Lottery"
Who is the oldest man in town?
Old Man Warner (or Mr. Warner)
an object or action that means something more than its literal meaning.
symbolism
Why did the police car pull over Mr. Mead?
Because he was walking
The collapse of the world as we know it
Apocalypse
What handicap do you need to have for appearance and intelligence?
Masks and Mind handicaps
Who is the officiator of the lottery?
Mr. Joe Summers
The main message, or underlying meaning of a literary work.
theme
What does the police car say in response to Mr. Mead's profession?
"No profession"
A deceptive appearance or impression.
Illusion
What was George doing that made him miss his son being killed on TV?
He went to get a beer
Who arrived late to the lottery?
Tessie Hutchinson (Mrs. Hutchinson or Tessie)
The main character whom the reader usually empathizes with
protagonist
10 years
A biased form of communication to distribute a political message
propaganda
What happens immediately after Harrison and the ballerina dance beautifully?
The Handicapper General shoots Harrison and the ballerina and they die.
What date does the lottery take place every year?
June 27th
The character, or group of characters, who stands in opposition to the protagonist
antagonist
Where is everyone, and what are they doing?
Inside watching TV
A watch kept over a person, group, etc.
Surveillance
What handicap material was George forced to wear?
An earpiece that made a loud, disruptive buzzing noise, and 47 pounds of bird shot in a canvas bag
What is the reason for the lottery? (quote from the text)
"Lottery in June, corn be heavy soon."
The particular point in a narrative at which the conflict or tension hits the highest point
Climax
How many cops are on the streets?
None
To deprive of human qualities, personality, or spirit.
Dehumanize
How old is Harrison Bergeron?
14