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"The Lottery" Discussion

"The Lottery" Discussion

Q Why do the villagers hold the lottery? What might the story be an allegory for? Or, how does the story relate to real life? What does this story reveal to you about human nature? What is the story’s message about conformity/rebellion?

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In Jackson's short story, an unnamed community performs an annual lottery at the end of June, in which one unlucky resident is chosen as the local scapegoat and stoned to death. They participate in the lottery as part of their custom, believing that the ceremonial sacrifice will bring them good fortune.