Thank You Ma'am

What is the name of the main female character in "Thank You Ma'am" by Langston Hughes?

• Mrs. Johnson

• Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones

• Mrs. Smith

• Mrs. Robinson

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does Roger try to steal from Mrs. Jones?

• Her wallet

• Her groceries

• Her purse

• Her jewelry

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Mrs. Jones react when Roger tries to steal from her?

• She calls the police

• She screams for help

• She drags him to her home

• She runs away

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What can be inferred about Mrs. Jones' character based on her actions towards Roger?

• She is unforgiving and harsh

• She is kind and understanding

• She is indifferent and uncaring

• She is fearful and timid

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Mrs. Jones offer Roger when they get to her home?

• Money

• Food

• Clothes

• A place to sleep

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does Roger's behavior at Mrs. Jones' home suggest about his character?

• He is ungrateful and rude

• He is scared and submissive

• He is curious and nosy

• He is respectful and remorseful

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Mrs. Jones reveal about her past to Roger?

• She was once a thief

• She had a difficult life

• She was wealthy

• She was a teacher

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What moral lesson does Mrs. Jones try to impart to Roger?

• Stealing is the only way to survive

• Trust no one

• Everyone deserves a second chance

• Always rely on yourself

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does Roger want to say to Mrs. Jones at the end of the story but cannot?

• "I'm sorry"

• "Thank you"

• "Goodbye"

• "I hate you"

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Mrs. Jones give Roger before he leaves her home?

• A book

• A job offer

• Money for shoes

• A letter of recommendation

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4