... Lottery" to call readers to raise questions about traditions and customs within societies based on flawed logic that can come from continuing to follow them. The story itself is a parable, with the underlying lesson being for the audience to examine everything around them, including the traditions they are raised in. If there is no concrete benefit to a practice or custom ... ...

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• Approx Pages: 7
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate