7. In "The Lottery," how does the fact that boys build a big pile of stones help create suspense? (1 point)

Question

7. In "The Lottery," how does the fact that boys build a big pile of stones help create suspense? (1 point)

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COURSE OUTLINE
O The reader wonders why the boys build a big pile of stones.
O The reader knows that the pile contains smooth stones of various sizes.
COURSE TOOLS
O The reader knows that the boys also have stones in their pockets.
O The reader understands that the pile contains many stones.

Answer 1

O The fact that the boys are building a big pile of stones hints at the ominous nature of the lottery and foreshadows the violent ending of the story. The reader is left to wonder what the stones will be used for and what their significance is, creating suspense and tension throughout the story.