English 9

"Lamb to the Slaughter" Questions

Name: _________________ Date: November 21st 2017
To understand "Lamb to the Slaughter" fully, it requires more than simply understanding the events of the story. It is important
also to understand the reasons for the characters' actions and the choices that the author made. These questions will help to delve
into the depth of this story. "Lamb to the Slaughter" by Roald Dahl is a fun story that uses irony and perspective to create a truly
enjoyable story. Still, to get the greatest value out of this story, it is worthwhile to understand not only what happens in the story
but why it happens. From the way the situations of the characters change them to the decisions they make, everything in this story
must work together to create a masterpiece.

1. What Point of View Is "Lamb to the Slaughter" Told From and Why Is That Important?

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2. What Influence Does Mary's Pregnancy Have on the Story?

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3. Why Are the Exact Words Patrick Says When Leaving Mary Left Out?

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4. Why Is Patrick's Profession Important?

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 5. What Is the Dramatic Irony in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

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6. What Is the Origin and Meaning of the Title "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

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7. Why Does Mary Insist the Police Eat the Leg of Lamb?

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