Question

why is mrs. dunbar participating in the lottery?
a its her turn to participate.
b none of the men in her family are able to
c she is being punished by the town.
d no one in her family will volunteer.

Explanation:

The text states that Mrs. Dunbar's husband broke his leg and cannot participate. Her son Horace is not yet sixteen, so no man in her family is able to take part, meaning she has to participate in the lottery in her husband's place.

Answer:

B. None of the men in her family are able to.