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from cheerful to sinister

A) (1 point)

The poetic device used in the line below is .
"For the moon never beams without bringing me dream

personification

Question 12

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Multiple Choice
The phrase "radiant maiden" in the poem "The Raven" is an example of
(1 point)
assonance
internal rhyme
repetition
onomatopoeia
Question 13
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"The Lottery"
What technique is used most in "The Lottery" to build suspense?
(1 point)
flashback
foreshadowing
an unreliable narrator
withholding of information

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Question 12: The phrase "radiant maiden" in the poem "The Raven" is an example of repetition.

Question 13: The technique used most in "The Lottery" to build suspense is foreshadowing.

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"The Morning of June, 28, 1948, and 'The Lottery'"
Why do you think people reacted so violently to the publication of “The Lottery”?
(1 point)
It exacerbated the climate of paranoia in the War War II era.
It pointed the finger at the dangers of a small-town mentality.
It suggested that even the most normal people are capable of evil.
It accused American society of being cold-hearted and capable of murder.

It suggested that even the most normal people are capable of evil.

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Many horror and suspense stories such as "The Lottery" use stereotypical
instead of complex individuals because readers readily relate to them

characters

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Note: Your teacher will grade your response for question 20 to ensure that you receive
proper credit for your answer.
Identify one of the darker actions examined in a story or drama from this unit. In what piece
is the action highlighted? What intentions or emotions prompt the action? How would the
story or drama change if the character involved were able to overcome the darker impulse
and indulge a higher intention? Explain.

The darker action of group violence and blind conformity is examined in the short story "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson. In this story, the villagers come together for their annual tradition of holding a lottery where one person is chosen to be stoned to death as a sacrifice for their crops. The intentions behind this action are deeply rooted in tradition, fear, and obedience to authority figures, as the villagers unquestioningly follow the ritual without considering the consequences of their actions.

If a character in "The Lottery" were able to overcome the darker impulse of blindly following tradition and instead indulge a higher intention of questioning the morality and ethics of their actions, the story would change significantly. The character could potentially challenge the village's collective mindset, inspire others to question the purpose and validity of the lottery, and ultimately disrupt the horrific practice. By standing up against the tradition, the character would not only save themselves from a gruesome fate but also potentially save the entire village from perpetuating this cruel and senseless act of violence. Ultimately, the story would become one of courage, rebellion against oppressive traditions, and the power of individual conscience.