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The lottery, a short story by one Shirley Jackson, who died in l965, is not about Gambling! It is about the hypothetical situation of what if society still openly practiced human sacrifice- how would one go about it. this somewhat unsettling topic was here presented not in science-fiction terms but seemingly plausible, not dealing with bomb shelters, expendable people, or similar technical angles ( ship wrecks, etc) provoking the sacrifice. I am not too conversant with the tale- there is a much deeper and equally thought-provoking- more so in fact novel about the possible imposition of the One-Child Policy of Communist China in the US in the near future ( props in the tale seem fairly common like phones and similar-so it is not far away)- This is a more practical potential reality but ignores basic democratic safeguards- I am not sure of the name of the novel-Lost Child, mystery child, something like that . it is very realistic for this type of story, not far off islands or planets. The Necklace is about material greed and dishonesty, and has no connection other than both are focused mainly on female characters, and The Lottery was written by a woman. N"uff Said.
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What modern stories are similar to the necklace?
Some modern stories similar to "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant include "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry, which also explores themes of sacrifice and the consequences of materialism, and "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson, which examines the dark side of tradition and society's norms.
Stories with examples of third person objective?
The Lottery by Jackson
What it the comparison between the two short stories Marriage is a Private Affair and The Necklace?
Think of marrriage is a like a necklace, as necklace has its shine same way marriage has its own shine. For example the more u take care of necklace the more preetier it will look in particular way the more you are towards the compainship the more ur marriage will be succesffull blah blah blah
What are similarities between a days wait and stolen day?
Well, there is some similarity's that i can't name. But, I know one, One similarity is that the two boys are thinking about death. There is no need to go in to detail, you simply must figure it out.
What are some short stories about the American Dream?
The Lottery, Two Kinds, Solder's Home
What is the similarity between an epic poem and a ballad?
Both epic poems and ballads are narrative forms of poetry that often tell stories of heroism and adventure. They also typically have a rhythmic and musical quality to them, which aids in their oral tradition of storytelling.
What are the similarities and differences in the stories Cinderella and the necklace?
Both "Cinderella" and "The Necklace" are stories that revolve around a central female character facing challenges and seeking a better life. In both stories, the protagonists experience a transformation, with Cinderella going from rags to riches through a fairy godmother and the protagonist in "The Necklace" experiencing a downfall due to a borrowed necklace. However, a key difference is that Cinderella's transformation is due to external factors, while the protagonist in "The Necklace" faces consequences due to her own choices and desires for social status.
What are some good stories?
The Lottery by Shirley Jackson anything by O. Henry anything by Jack Vance.
What are good short stories for teaching Intermediate 2 English?
A good book for intermediate teaching would be Lord of the Flies, it has many different interpretations and can be analyzed by the critical social way and can also be interpreted by little kids as an adventure story.
Do you have any good stories?
The Lottery; The Open Boat; To Build a Fire; The Cask of Amontillado; The Scarlet Ibis; In the Region of Ice and many others.
Where can you find short stories that have twisted ends?
Both Edgar Allan Poe and Ambrose Bierce write excellent short stories with unexpected endings. For a special story with an unexpected ending, read The Lottery by Shirley Jackson.
Can you recommend any short stories to read?
Some recommended short stories to read are "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson, "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe, and "Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut. These stories are engaging and thought-provoking, making them great choices for a quick read.
