What times or historical events is Paine referring to

In “we wear the mask,” which message is conveyed by dunbar’s repetition of the phrase “we wear the mask”?

Which character in this excerpt is in conflict with society, and why? joe summers is in conflict with society because he is joking with the villagers. old man warner is in conflict with society because he believes that young folks have crazy ideas. mrs. adams is in conflict with society because she says some villages have stopped holding lotteries. mr. adams is in conflict with society because he is standing with the villager who represents society's old ways.

Which method of characterization does the author use to the reader get to know mrs. allison? actions appearance dialogue thoughts