The Lottery and Other Stories

Questions: The Lottery by Shirley Jackson

8. Examine the symbolism in the story. Comment on the significance of the following:

i) the way in which the winner is determined

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The whole idea of "chance" nullifies personal responsibility among the villagers. They feel the lottery is "fair" thus appeasing any guilt when they kill the victim.

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