Seven short essays and a research paper combining two of the essays

Introduction:

1. Begin with a definition of “tradition” and provide the internal citation.

2. Then go on to say that tradition is celebrated often in our lives: give examples, like holidays and maybe religious events.

3. Mention that traditions can have a dangerous side, such as “hazing” or ______?_________.

4. Mention that the concept of “tradition” is conveyed in two works specifically—“Mending Wall” by Robert Frost and “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson, the message being that traditions need to be questioned as to their relevance to the present and their usefulness to a culture.

“Mending Wall”

1. Discuss the tradition that is presented.

2. Discuss the purpose for its inception.

3. Discuss the concern over it.

4. Discuss its probability of continuance.

5. Discuss the author’s overall feelings about this tradition.

“The Lottery”

1. Discuss the tradition that is presented.

2. Discuss the purpose for its inception.

3. Discuss the concern over it.

4. Discuss its probability of continuance.

5. Discuss the author’s overall feelings about this tradition.

Conclusion:

1. Most traditions are undertaken gladly and in good spirits.

2. But they must be questioned.

3. Sometimes change is good—for the better, particularly in certain conditions.

Works Cited info: Three (3) cites needed. [Use your last essay for the proper book formats.]

“The Lottery” pages 1238-1243

“Mending Wall” pages 222-223

Definition source is required also