Literary Terms
antagonist
What is the term for the "bad guy" in the story?
what it the theme of Thank You Ma'am
Name at least two.
What is second chances, forgiveness, compassion, trust, respect?
The number of times the town holds the lottery.
What is once every year?
a British term for wrench
What is a spanner?
conflict
What is the problem the main character struggles with, either inner or outer.
What is the theme for The Dog Who Wanted To Die
Name two
What is abandonment, grief, loss, companionship, friendship , will to survive.
She is the "winner" of the lottery.
Who is Tessie Hutchinson?
What is the dramatic irony in the story?
That the police eat the evidence and Mary knows it and so do we!
Why did Mary go to the Grocery store?
To buy peas and potatoes for dinner and create an alibi!
climax
When the conflict comes to its peak?
What is the theme for Lamb to the Slaughter
Name one
What is betrayal, revenge, murder, identity
Although many of the traditions associated with the lottery have changed over time, the people always remember to use this.
What are rocks?
the term for peacefully free from interruption or disturbance
What is placid?
the grocer's name employee or owner
Who is Sam?
Give an example from one of the stories.. answers will vary
Name at least one
What is identity or individuality, labels, choices, consequences.
This indicates the "winner" of the lottery.
What is the black Dot
full of complete happiness and joy.
What is blissful?
What is the climax of this story?
When Mary hits Patrick on the head and kills him.
verbal irony
-a sarcastic comment or response to something
-meaning the opposite
What is the theme in Interlopers
Name one
What is revenge, forgiveness, futility of feuds, respect for nature, power and control.
This is the point the author, Shirley Jackson was trying to make.
What is pointing out the "senseless violence" and "general inhumanity" in society?
Jello would be an example of this term.
What is congealed?
What is Mary's inner conflict?
Grief of losing her husband