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What are some examples of irony in "The Lottery", including the title and opening description?
There are many examples of irony in "The Lottery"--Shirley Jackson's story about the dangers of blindly following tradition. The title of the story itself is ironic because the idea of a lottery...
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How is ambiguity used in Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery"?
Ambiguity is the quality that allows more than one interpretation of a story or event to made.