Aim: How can we prepare for the Shared Inquiry discussion on "The Lottery"? Do Now: 1. Would you want to live in a totalitarian state? Why or why not? 2. Think of movies/TV shows that highlight Totalitarianism.

Total, Centralized State Control Totalitarianism—government that dominates every aspect of life Totalitarian leader is often dynamic* and persuasive *pertaining to or characterized by energy or effective action; vigorously active or forceful; energetic: the dynamic president of the firm.

Police Terror Government uses police to spy on and intimidate people “Normally, the police are expected to respond to criminal activity and protect the citizens. In a totalitarian state, the police serve enforce the central government’s policies.” (p. 874)

exercises absolute authority dominates the government business labor Ideology sets goals of the state glorified aims of the state glorified govern Dynamic Leader unites people symbolizes government encourages popular support through force of will Dictatorship & One-Party Rule exercises absolute authority dominates the government State Control of Society business labor housing education Modern Technology mass communication to spread propaganda advance military weapons Methods of Enforcement: police terror indoctrination censorship persecution State Control of Individuals demands loyalty denies basic liberties expects personal sacrifice for the good of the state TOTALITARIANISM

Share Out (Focus Question): “Why does the town keep the ritual of the lottery?” Recap: “The Lottery” What happens in the story? How does it relate to Totalitarianism? I want students to look for evidence in the hopes of answering the question as myself/Ellie read aloud.

HW#52 1. Answer the question using your evidence. 2. Create at least three questions about the story for the S.I. discussion tomorrow.