Comprehension
What did the children do when they first arrived at the square?
They started quiet, but then got more boisterous. The boys started to collect rocks and roughhouse while the girls watched them over their shoulders.
What does Mr. Summers' name tell us about him?
Summer makes you think of fun and warmth--much like how he leads the fun activities and is jovial
Describe the box.
+1 It was made from the wood of the previous box, maybe
How is the day described?
Paragraph 1, page 1.
Reprimand
To be scolded by someone in authority
Who arrives to late to the lottery?
What does the color black represent?
Black often represents death and destruction.
What is inside the box?
+1 for the paper slip with the pencil dot on it
Where is the box first scene?
Page 2
Jovial
Happy, jolly
What other activities does Mr. Summers run?
Teen club, Halloween activities, square dances
Why is Mr. Graves named Graves?
He represents the darker side of the lottery (death) to contrast the villagers positive attitude.
Where does the box normally stay?
Where is Tessie first introduced?
Page 3
Boisterous
Loud, energetic
What is Mr. Hutchinson's name?
Bill
What does Delacroix symbolizes?
Means "of the cross" and represents sacrifice
What does Old Man Warner say is the reason for the lottery?
"Lottery in June, corn will be heavy soon." AKA Human sacrifice to make the harvest better.
Where does Old Man Warner go on his rant about keeping the lottery?
Page 4
Paraphernalia
Items
Who is not at the lottery?
Mr. Dunbar.
+1 if you mention he broke his leg!
What is the symbolism of the current black box being made out of the wood from the previous one?
It shows that they are willing to change the tradition when it suits them, and that they often don't treat the paraphernalia of the lottery with much care.
Why are other towns thinking about getting rid of the lottery and why does Old Man Warner disagree?
There is no indication the lottery actually helps the people of the village. Old Man Warner says he's survived 77 times, so they can't break tradition.
When does Davey Hutchinson get the pebbles?
Page 6.
Perfunctory
Careless