Bobby Martin had already stuffed his pockets full of stones, and the other boys soon followed his example, selecting the smoothest and roundest stones . . .The way this story is set up, there are numerous instances of foreshadowing that one may not pick up on during the first read. I know I didn't see the stones as significant at first. I mean, I collected rocks for fun as a kid; I assumed that's what they were doing. Also, there are much emphasis put on the nervousness of the people. At first, it seems they are just anxious to see who won the lottery (which is assumed to be a good thing). Once the story is finished, however, all these things click into place and make sense.
Additionally, the third person omniscent point of view contributes to the matter-of-fact tone. No sides are taken; things are stated the way they are. The tone reflects the attitude of the townspeople in its sort of nonchalant manner. The townspeople see nothing wrong with the way things are.
Until next time,
Alysse
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