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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which stones are the most prized for use in the lottery?
(a) Shiny, decorative ones.
(b) Heavy, flat ones.
(c) Hard, jagged ones.
(d) Smooth, round ones.

2. Is everyone present as the lottery ceremony begins?
(a) No, one woman comes running up late.
(b) No, one entire family is missing.
(c) Yes, they do not start until all are there.
(d) Yes, it is a crime to be late for the lottery.

3. What is the date of the lottery?
(a) February 2nd
(b) April 1st
(c) June 27th
(d) July 4th

4. Why are the children running around that morning?
(a) Lottery Day is a school holiday.
(b) It is Saturday and there is no school.
(c) The teachers are in the lottery so they come to see them.
(d) Lottery Day is a special holiday for children.

5. How do most of the villagers appear to regard the lottery?
(a) They hate it.
(b) They look forward to it.
(c) They do not like the suspense.
(d) They are confused about it.

Short Answer Questions

1. When is the lottery held each year?

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

3. How many people live in the village?

4. What is Tessie Hutchinson doing when she realizes Bill has the marked slip?

5. Why does his oldest son not draw for him?

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