Thank You Ma'am by Langston Hughes

The setting of this short story is New York.

• True

• False

How does Mrs. Jones show that she trusts Roger?

• she makes sure the neighbors keep their doors open

• she makes him wash his face

• she leaves her purse near him while she prepares food

How does Mrs. Jones get Roger to her home?

• she promises to feed Roger

• she asks the person who caught Roger to drop him off

• she drags him up the street

Why is Roger afraid when he first gets to Mrs. Jones' home?

• he's just really hungry, not afraid

• Roger's afraid that she'll turn him over to the police

• Mrs. Jones is a strong, large woman

Which place would best be described as barren?

• an empty beach on winter

• a football field during an exciting game

• a crowded airport

Which idea does the theme of Thank You Ma'am deal with?

• the value of a hard work

• the value of city life

• the value of kindness

Why does Roger try to steal the purse?

• to get money for food

• to get money to buy some blue suede shoes

• to show how tough he is

What can you infer about Mrs. Jones' first reaction to Roger from this sentence: The large woman simply turned around and kicked him right square in his blue-jeaned sitter.

• she is angry

• she is confused

• she is scared

For which of the following activities would you want to look most presentable?

• mowing the lawn

• being a bridesmaid in your best friend's wedding

• having a picnic in your backyard

Which sentence best summarizes the main idea of the short story, Thank You Ma'am?

• city streets are full of dangers for young and old people

• if you are going to steal, don't get caught

• good will and kindness are stronger than fear and mistrust