1. Fading Traditions
... society most people celebrate Christmas solely for the exchange of presents; the true meaning of Christmas is disappearing in people's minds. Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery" focuses on tradition, exposing to the reader that the meaning of many traditions nowadays may have been lost. "The Lottery" is filled with irony, symbolism, and foreshadowing. Through these techniques, Jackson reveals the true intentions of the story. Jackson sets "The Lottery" in a small village where it is "clear and ... sunny." Immediately, the reader has been set up for a surprise. The "warmth of a full ... ...
- Word Count: 607
- Approx Pages: 2
- Grade Level: High School
