"The Morning of June, 28, 1948, and 'The Lottery'" Why do you think people reacted so violently to the publication of “The Lottery”? (1 point) Responses It exacerbated the climate of paranoia in the War War II era. It exacerbated the climate of paranoia in the War War II era. It pointed the finger at the dangers of a small-town mentality. It pointed the finger at the dangers of a small-town mentality. It suggested that even the most normal people are capable of evil. It suggested that even the most normal people are capable of evil. It accused American society of being cold-hearted and capable of murder.
It challenged societal norms and beliefs, causing discomfort and anger among readers. It highlighted the darkness and brutality that can lurk beneath the surface of everyday life. It forced people to confront their own capacity for cruelty and violence. It called into question the morality and values of society at large.
