Thank You Ma'm

What is the primary conflict in the story?

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs. Society

• Character vs. Nature

• Character vs. Self

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which figurative language device is used in the phrase "willow-wild" to describe Roger?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is the significance of the large woman's purse in the story?

• It symbolizes her wealth and status.

• It serves as a symbol of her kindness.

• It represents the conflict between Roger and the woman.

• It represents the source of Roger's temptation.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the woman react when Roger claims "I didn't aim to" in regards to trying to steal her purse?

• She forgives him immediately.

• She scolds him and calls him a liar.

• She releases him and lets him go.

• She asks him for more information about his life.

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

What does the woman mean when she says, "You thought I was going to say but, didn't you?" in paragraph 37 (pg.56)

• She was going to scold Roger.

• She was going to call the police.

• She was going to refuse him food.

• She was going to judge him.

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

What inference can be made about the woman's character based on her actions in the story?

• She is strict and unkind.

• She is compassionate and forgiving.

• She is fearful and mistrustful.

• She is dishonest and manipulative.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Which sensory language is used to describe the setting when Roger enters the woman's home?

• The room smelled of freshly baked bread.

• The sound of music filled the air.

• The warm light from the gas plate glowed.

• The taste of chocolate cake lingered in the air.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the significance of the woman's offer to give Roger money for "blue suede shoes"?

• She wants to bribe him into staying with her.

• She is rewarding him for not stealing her purse.

• She wants to help him fulfill his desire of owning blue suede shoes.

• She is testing his reaction to temptation.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

Why does Roger feel compelled to stay and have dinner with the woman?

• He is afraid of getting into trouble.

• He is genuinely hungry and appreciates her kindness.

• He hopes to steal more from her later.

• He is attracted to the woman.

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does the story's resolution reflect the theme of redemption?

• Roger repays the woman for her kindness.

• Roger learns a valuable lesson about kindness, trust and second chances.

• The woman regrets helping Roger.

• Roger steals from the woman again.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2