Thank You Ma'am Characterization Quiz

How would you describe Mrs. Jones in the story 'Thank You Ma'am'?

• Indifferent and uncaring

• Kind and compassionate

• Strict and unforgiving

• Rude and selfish

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What are some of the characteristics of Mrs. Jones that make her a strong and caring person?

• Selfishness, fragility, and indifference.

• Lack of empathy, laziness, and selfishness.

• Unwillingness to help others, lack of resilience, and apathy.

• Empathy, resilience, and willingness to help others.

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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 Mrs. Jones react when Roger tries to steal her purse?

• Mrs. Jones grabs Roger and scolds him.

• Mrs. Jones calls the police and has Roger arrested.

• Mrs. Jones gives Roger a reward for his bravery.

• Mrs. Jones ignores Roger and walks away.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

What does Mrs. Jones do to teach Roger a lesson instead of calling the police?

• Ignores him

• Punishes him

• Talks to him

• Sues him

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

How does Mrs. Jones' actions towards Roger show her understanding and compassion?

• She scolds him and kicks him out of her house.

• She offers him food, shelter, and clean clothes despite his attempt to steal from her.

• She ignores him and refuses to help him.

• She calls the police and has him arrested.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

Describe Roger's character at the beginning of the story.

• calm and composed

• timid and desperate

• confident and hopeful

• brave and fearless

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What motivates Roger to try and steal Mrs. Jones' purse?

• Boredom and thrill-seeking

• Revenge against Mrs. Jones

• Mistaken identity

• Desperation for money

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

What does Roger learn from his encounter with Mrs. Jones?

• Distrust and cruelty

• Fear and suspicion

• Indifference and rudeness

• Trust and kindness

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

Explain the significance of Roger's transformation in the story.

• Roger's transformation is not significant and does not impact the story.

• Roger's transformation is significant because it represents a physical change in his appearance.

• Roger's transformation is significant because it symbolizes his growth and maturity.

• Roger's transformation is significant because it represents a change in his character and mindset throughout the story.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Describe Roger's character at the beginning of the story. How is he different at the end of the story?

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.2.1