Thank You M'am

"Thank You M'am" was written by which author?

• Charles Dickens

• J.K Rowling

• Langston Hughes

• Laura Schroff

Roger wanted Mrs. Jones's money for a pair of blue suede shoes.

• True

• False

What is the most likely meaning of the word PERMIT?

Our teacher will not PERMIT us to talk during a test.

• Stop

• Allow

• Reward

• Invite

The rising action of "Thank You M'am" is when Mrs. Jones heats up food for dinner.

• True

• False

In "Thank You M'am" what can the reader infer about Roger's life?

• He spends a lot of time at the city jail.

• His parents left him on the street.

• His family has money for shoes.

• He usually has to take care of himself.

In "Thank You M'am" what does Mrs. Jones mention that she has in common with Roger?

• They both want blue suede shoes.

• They have both done things they are not proud of.

• They are both poor.

• They have both hurt people the loved.

In "Thank You M'am" What is Mrs. Jones's main hope for Roger?

• She wants roger to become her son.

• She wants Roger to feel miserable.

• She wants Roger to feel trustworthy.

• She wants Roger to return her money.

Which best describes the RISING ACTION of a plot?

• Events that introduce conflict or tension.

• The introduction of a character.

• The story's final outcome.

• The story's highpoint.

What is the woman's full name in "Thank You M'am"?

• Lucy Washington

• Luella Jones

• Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones

• Mrs. Luella Bates Jones

"Then, Roger, you go to that sink and wash your face," said the woman, whereupon she turned him loose - at last. Roger looked at the door - looked at the woman - looked at the door - and went to the sink.

What is the effect of the italics at the end of the passage?

• They heighten the reader's fear.

• They draw attention to a turning point in the story.

• They point ahead to the outcome of the story.

• They create a sense of satisfaction in the reader.