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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which man holds the winning paper?
(a) Bob Martin.
(b) Mr. Graves.
(c) Old man Warner.
(d) Bill Hutchinson.

2. In a large village, how long might the lottery last?
(a) All day because they have more activities in the square.
(b) As much as seven days.
(c) Not long because of better equipment.
(d) An hour because the slips were mailed to the people.

3. Who was the last to arrive at the lottery?
(a) Mrs. Summers.
(b) Mrs. Martin.
(c) Tessie Hutchinson.
(d) Mrs. Graves.

4. What is Jackson's main theme in the story?
(a) The value of human life.
(b) The need for tradition in small towns.
(c) The need for change in a community.
(d) The stupidity of blindly following tradition.

5. What are the women doing before the lottery?
(a) Standing together and gossiping.
(b) Running around looking for their children.
(c) Putting up the bunting.
(d) Avoicing each other's eyes.

Short Answer Questions

1. When is the lottery held each year?

2. Who is to draw for the Watson family?

3. What is the tone as the story begins?

4. Who is the last person accounted for before the lottery begins?

5. In general, what type of village is the setting of the story?

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