Quiz sobre Thank You, Ma’am

What can you infer about Mrs. Jones's first reaction to Roger from this sentence in Thank You, Ma’am? “The large woman simply turned around and kicked him right square in his blue-jeaned sitter.” This sentence conveys to the reader that Mrs. Jones is

• puzzled.

• frightened.

• angry.

• deeply hurt.

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What line from the story reveals a character’s inner conflict?

• The strap broke with the single tug the boy gave it from behind.

• Mrs. Jones stopped, jerked him around in front of her, put a half-nelson about his neck, and continued to drag him up the street.

• The door was open. He could make a dash for it down the hall. He could run, run, run, run, run!

• “No’m,” said the being dragged boy. I just want you to turn me loose.

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During their dinner together, Mrs. Jones most likely keeps the conversation focused on her job to

• explain how hard she works.

• inspire Roger to begin thinking about his future.

• avoid asking questions that might embarrass Roger.

• illustrate that she has created a successful life despite the fact that she’s made mistakes.

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Which of the following shows that Mrs. Jones trusts Roger?

• She makes him wash his face.

• She makes sure neighbors keep their doors open.

• She leaves her purse near him when she prepares food.

• She tells him her full name

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Read the sentence below. “I have done things, too, which I would not tell you son—neither tell God if he didn’t already know.” This sentence reveals that Mrs. Jones

• brags about her youthful adventures so that Roger will be humble in her presence.

• She is older and lonely and needs to confide in someone younger.

• wants to prove to Roger that all teenagers are delinquents.

• has empathy for Roger because she has also done things she isn’t proud of and wants Roger to know that she is someone who understands him.

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What did the author intend to convey about setting through the following statements: “In another corner of the room behind a screen was a gas plate and an icebox.” “Then she cut him a half of her ten-cent cake.” “Now, here, take this ten dollars and buy yourself some blue suede shoes.”

• The time period.

• The mood of the main character.

• That Mrs. Jones was poor.

• The high cost of blue suede shoes.

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Using the text evidence above, choose the answer that correctly identifies a trait and a characterization method that shows this trait in Ms. Jones

• TRAIT: Mrs. Jones is kind. Characterization method: thoughts

• Trait: Mrs. Jones is strong. Characterization method: Actions

• Trait: Mrs. Jones is weak. Characterization method: EFFECT ON OTHERS

• Trait: Mrs. Jones is easily frightened. Characterization Method: Speech

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In what way do Ms. Jones’s actions affect the plot?

• Her actions result in Roger realizing that stealing is wrong.

• Her actions lead to Roger’s decision to never steal again.

• Her actions teach Roger that poor choices always come with harsh consequences.

• Her actions create an environment that helps Roger change his attitude because he feels the impact of kindness and understanding.

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The end of the story reveals that Roger

• wants to go to the store so that he can make a run for it.

• doesn’t know how to express his gratefulness for Ms. Jones’s kindness.

• thinks his ordeal was worth it since he ended up getting the money in the end.

• All of the answers above are correct.

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Which statement is a main theme, or lesson, in Thank You, Ma’am?

• Lonely, older people seek company even from those who harm them.

• Lessons can be learned through kindness and goodwill.

• If you are going to steal, do not get caught.

• City streets are full of dangers for young and old alike.

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