Quiz 1 Thank You Ma'am - Langston Hughes Quiz

Who is the author of the story 'Thank You Ma'am'?

• Toni Morrison

• Alice Walker

• Langston Hughes

• Maya Angelou

What is the name of the main character in the story?

• The main character's name is Miss Laura Bates Wilson.

• The main character's name is Mr. George Bates Washington Smith

• The main character's name is Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones.

• The main character's name is Mrs. Smith Jones.

Where does the story 'Thank You Ma'am' take place?

• In a rural farm

• In a school

• In a house in New York City

• On a street in an urban setting

What does Mrs. Jones do to Roger after he tries to steal her purse?

• Mrs. Jones ignores Roger and walks away

• Mrs. Jones takes Roger to her home, gives him food, and talks to him about his life and choices.

• Mrs. Jones calls the police and has Roger arrested

• Mrs. Jones scolds Roger and sends him away

What lesson does Mrs. Jones teach Roger?

• Math and science

• Cooking and baking

• Trust and kindness

• Dancing and singing

What is the theme of the story 'Thank You Ma'am'?

• Redemption, forgiveness, and the transformative power of kindness

• Adventure, mystery, and suspense

• Betrayal, revenge, and deceit

• Friendship, loyalty, and being good

How does Roger feel after Mrs. Jones shows him kindness?

• thankful and sorry

• happy and glad

• confused and not caring

• mad and sad

Why does Mrs. Jones take Roger home with her?

• To teach him a lesson and show him kindness.

• To punish him for his actions

• To use him to go to the store for her

• To steal his shoes

What does Roger try to steal from Mrs. Jones?

• wallet

• keys

• purse

• phone

How does the story 'Thank You Ma'am' end?

• Roger apologizes to Mrs. Jones and leaves

• Mrs. Jones calls the police on Roger

• Mrs. Jones gives Roger some money and advises him to behave better.

• Roger steals Mrs. Jones' purse