Tess of the Hutchinson family wins the final draw and protests about how unfair the lottery is as she faces her certain death. ... In addition to the final act of the lottery itself, immorality is also seen when Tess attempts to offer her daughter and son-in law as an addition to the drawing of papers, all to lesson her own chance of being chosen. ... Killing an innocent person, an act that is undeniably nefarious, feels like a game to the villagers. ...

• Word Count: 1719
• Approx Pages: 7
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate