CFA 1 reteach (Thank You Ma'am)

In "Thank You Ma'am" by Langston Hughes, what evidence from the text supports the idea that Mrs. Jones is a compassionate character?

• She immediately calls the police after Roger tries to steal her purse.

• She takes Roger to her home, feeds him, and gives him money for shoes.

• She ignores Roger and continues walking after the incident.

• She scolds Roger harshly and sends him away.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Langston Hughes structure the events in "Thank You Ma'am" to create a sense of surprise?

• By starting the story with a detailed background of Roger's life.

• By revealing Mrs. Jones' decision to help Roger only at the end.

• By using a flashback to explain Mrs. Jones' past.

• By describing the setting in great detail before introducing the characters.

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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 inference can be drawn about Roger's character based on his actions and dialogue in "Thank You Ma'am"?

• Roger is a hardened criminal with no hope for change.

• Roger is a young boy who is influenced by his circumstances but shows potential for change.

• Roger is indifferent to Mrs. Jones' kindness and remains ungrateful.

• Roger is wealthy and steals for fun.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

In "Thank You Ma'am," how does the author use pacing to build tension during the initial encounter between Roger and Mrs. Jones?

• By describing the encounter in slow, detailed steps.

• By quickly moving from the attempted theft to Mrs. Jones' reaction.

• By including a long dialogue between Roger and Mrs. Jones before the theft.

• By focusing on the setting rather than the characters' actions.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Which piece of evidence best supports the theme of trust in "Thank You Ma'am"?

• Mrs. Jones leaves her purse on the bed and tells Roger to wash his face.

• Roger runs away as soon as Mrs. Jones turns her back.

• Mrs. Jones locks Roger in a room to prevent him from escaping.

• Roger refuses to speak to Mrs. Jones throughout the story.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2