The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson: Analysis of Character Names

The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson: Analysis of Character Names the lottery shirley jackson symbolism The theme in this short story is that blindly following tradition can be very dangerous This is shown to the reader through the bizarre ritual the lucky exchange Although the symbols and process of the lottery have gradually changed, there is still a concerted effort by all involved to connect it to

the lucky exchange The main symbols displayed in the lottery are the rocks, the black box, as well as the stool The rocks symbolize the method of death Stoning was a common way

the winning formula of jerry and marge As soon as Bill Hutchinson is identified as the head of household that held the winning paper, Tessie immediately changes her tune and begins Also, my thesis is a bit shaky, any suggestions would be much appreciated! Thesis: In Shirley Jackson's, The Lottery, she uses symbolism to take a story with