Question

What is the main type of conflict in the story "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson?

character versus character
character versus society
character versus self
character versus nature

Answer 1

The main type of conflict in "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson is **character versus society**. The story explores the conflict between the individual and the collective norms of society, particularly through the theme of blindly following tradition and the moral implications of societal rituals. The protagonist, Tessie Hutchinson, represents the individual's struggle against the societal pressures and expectations that lead to violence and conformity.