Begin with a definition of “tradition® and provide the internal citation.
- Then go on to say that tradition is celebrated often in our lives: give examples, like holidays and maybe religious events.
- Mention that traditions can have a dangerous side, such as “hazing” or ? :
- 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.
- Most traditions are undertaken gladly and in good spirits.
- But they must be questioned.