The villagers of Shirley Jackson’s story uphold many traditions and remember those that are no longer used. For example, a black box is always used to hold the slips of papers containing the families’ names. Interestingly enough, one part of the ritual was

In conclusion, traditions and rituals were a big part of “The Lottery’s” society and were followed closely by the villagers. While the same tradition has not continued on into this generation. A ritual quite similar continues, the ritual of murders. Our society still has yet to accept that society is, in fact, similar to Jackson’s society of people. Our society might be better off if we carried out the same ritual as they did.

discarded by using slips of paper instead of chips of wood. Also, when the lottery first begins, “the official of the lottery”, Mr. Summer, must be sworn in before the lottery can officially start. Some villagers in the story also remember other past parts to the beginning of the ritual such as a chant that was recited by the lottery official. Others believe that the official is supposed to walk through the crowd of people. Through many

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