What does the black box most likely symbolize in Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery"?

A. authority

B. evil

C. hope

D. tradition

The correct answer is D. tradition.

Explanation: The black box symbolized tradition because it was shabby and nearly falling apart from years of use and storage. The villagers were loyal to their outdated tradition and were unwilling to replace it, just like the box.

the black represents the everlasting years of tradition