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The Lottery Lesson
The document provides a series of comprehension questions and answers regarding Shirley Jackson's short story 'The Lottery,' focusing on plot details, character analysis, and thematic elements such as blind obedience and the dark side of tradition. Key points include the role of Mr. Summers, the grim outcome of the lottery, and the symbolism associated with the ritual. The material also highlights the irony and societal implications associated with the lottery's shocking conclusion.
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Introduction to Shirley Jackson's short story 'The Lottery' by Coleman’s Classroom.
The lottery occurs on June 27, linked to the summer solstice and agricultural significance.
Mr. Summers oversees the lottery; no exemptions exist. Mr. Dunbar's absence is noted.
Some villages abandon lotteries due to modernization. Old Man Warner argues it ensures harvest success.
Mrs. Hutchinson (Tessie) draws the paper with the black dot, symbolizing death by stoning.
Stoning linked to Biblical idioms. The worst imagery discussed includes stones used against children.
Analysis of 'The Lottery' includes idioms and vocabulary enhancing comprehension.
Exploration of irony and the theme of surprise endings in context of lottery outcomes.
Key characters include Mr. Summers and the Hutchinson family; their roles in the lottery.
Descriptive language sets a vivid summer scene, contrasting with the story’s dark ending.
Symbolism in the story reflects historical atrocities, blind obedience, and tradition.
Key themes: Life vs. Death, Ignorance, Blind Obedience, Mob Mentality, Injustice.
Third-person point of view limits insight into characters' thoughts, focusing on actions.
Contact information for further queries and resources related to 'The Lottery'.
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The Lottery Lesson
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- 2. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 1. When is the lottery? June 27 Summer Why might that be important? June 21st Summer Solstice Lottery in June, Corn be heavy soon. Why?
- 3. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 2. Who is in charge of the lottery? Mr. Summers Is anyone exempt? NO
- 4. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 3. Why isn’t Mr. Dunbar present? Broken Leg Who draws for him? His son
- 5. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 4. Why have some villages stopped having lotteries? They aren’t superstitious anymore; they are modern
- 6. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 5. How does Old Man Warner feel about the lottery? Thinks it is necessary for succesful harvest Getting rid of it will cause regression back to “living in caves”
- 7. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 6. Who picks the paper with the black dot? First Bill- Then Mrs. Hutchinson (Tessie)
- 8. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 7. What is the prize? Death by stoning
- 9. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 8. Why stoning? Bible: John 8:7 Let the man who has no sin cast the first stone. Idiom “People who live in glass houses should not throw stones.”
- 10. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 9. Why does Mrs. Delacroix pick up a large stone? Perhaps because Tessie argued Perhaps bigger is better Other reasons?
- 11. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ComprehensionQuestions 10. What is the worst image for you from the story? “someone gave little Davy Hutchinson a few stones” (99).
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- 13. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net TheLottery: Idioms • sat uneasily • give me a hand with • get this over with • good sport • uncomfortable • experience • help me • finish quickly • good reaction
- 14. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net Vocabulary •Murmur • Reprimand • Scold • Crane • Snort quietly complain Severely reprove Severely rebuke Stretch one’s neck To express surprise or annoyance through sound
- 15. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net Vocabulary •profusely • petulantly • hastily • soberly In an excessive manner In an poor manner rapidly In a serious manner
- 16. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net Vocabulary •Interminable • boisterous • jovial Never finishing Loud Rowdy Manner Good humor
- 17. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net LiteraryTerms Irony Results when there is a significant difference in perception (appearance) and reality. The bigger the discrepancy, the deeper the Irony.
- 18. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net LiteraryTerms Irony What usually happens when someone wins the lottery? What happened in the story? Why is that ironic?
- 19. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net LiteraryTerms Surprise Ending What was the prize for the lottery winner? Is that a prize you would like to win?
- 20. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net Character Mr.Summers The Hutchenson Family Bill, Tessie, Bill Jr., Nancy, little Davie Mrs. Dunbar & Mrs. Delacroix Old Man Warner
- 21. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net SensoryImpressions “The morning was clear and sunny, with the fresh warmth of a full summer day; the flowers were blossoming profusely and the grass was richly green” (93).
- 22. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net Symbolism(1) WWII Nazi’s treatment of the Jews was unchallenged and unconsidered in Germany until it became a destructive force. Just as the lottery was unquestioned and destructive.
- 23. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net Symbolism(2) “a recital of some sort, performed by the official of the lottery... There had been also a ritual salute” (94-95)
- 24. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net Symbolism(3) “no one liked to upset even as much tradition ... represented by the box” (94) “some people believed...others believed... This part of the ritual had been allowed to elapse” (94-95) “people had done it so many times that they only half listened to directions” (96) “they still remembered the stones” (99)
- 25. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net Symbolism(3) Blind Obedience Mob Mentality Peer Pressure Bureaucracy
- 26. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net StoryThemes • Life and Death (but life is unremembered) • Ignorance • Blind Obedience • Mob Mentality • Peer Pressure • Bureaucracy • Injustice
- 27. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net Pointof View Third Person We don’t really know the thoughts of any character except what they state through actions and words. Difficult to analyze at this level.
- 28. Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net ForMore Information Email Mrs. C [email protected] Visit Coleman’s Classroom www.clmn.net