Worksheets"Thank You, M'am" Class Test
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 18mins
Who is the protagonist?
Roger
Mrs. Jones
Rupert
Who is the antagonist?
Roger
Mrs. Jones
Rupert
How do Roger and Mrs. Jones meet?
they are walking down the sidewalk at the same time
he is trying to steal her purse
she is friends with his mother
they meet at school
What can you infer from the following quote? "The large woman simply turned around and kicked him right square in his blue-jeaned sitter."
Mrs. Jones is happy that Roger did this because she wants to know him
Mrs. Jones is sad that Roger did this because she thinks he should behave better
Mrs. Jones is angry that he did this because it is not the right thing to do
Mrs. Jones doesn’t care, but she is mean and often kicks kids
What can you infer about Roger’s appearance in the story?
He is neglected at home because his face is dirty
He is rich because he has nice clothes
He is poor because he has dirty clothes
He has hand me downs because his clothes are too small
Why does Mrs. Jones put Roger in a half-nelson?
She is going to take him to jail
She is going to take him back to his home and tell his parents
She is going to take him to her house
She wants to teach him a lesson
Why does Roger try to steal her purse?
He needs money for food
He is a bad kid
He needs money for his parents
He needs money for suede shoes
Why does Mrs. Jones leave her purse by Roger while she cooks food?
because she forgets it is there
to show him that she trusts him and he can trust her
she knows he won't run again
she knows he is afraid of her
What lesson does Mrs. Jones want to teach Roger?
she wants to teach him the difference between right and wrong
she wants to teach him that shoes are not worth stealing
she wants to teach him that he should learn to be on his own
she wants to teach him not to steal from her ever again
How does Roger show Mrs. Jones that she can trust him?
he sits beside the purse and doesn't touch it
he sits at the table and doesn't move
when she leaves the room, he moves so she can see him
he does nothing
What is the importance of Mrs. Jones telling Roger about herself when she was young?
She wants him to understand that they can start stealing together.
She wants him to understand that she is better than him.
She wants him to understand that she is very wise.
She wants him to understand that everyone makes mistakes.
What are the main themes of this story?
Everyone deserves a second chance.
Doing the right thing is always the best option.
Kindness and trust are the most important things to have in life.
all of the above
Why does Roger ask Mrs. Jones if she needs him to go to the store for her?
He wants to return the favor because she was so kind to him.
He wants another chance to steal her money.
He wants to get out of her house.
He is hungry and wants to steal some food.
What is the central conflict in this story?
man vs. man
man vs. self
man vs. society
man vs. nature
A. People are more likely to learn to respect others when they are given a second chance after
making a bad decision.
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B. Teenagers sometimes do impulsive things that get them into trouble.
C. Teenagers often don’t realize that adults have gone through the same things they have.
D. People from difficult home situations are likely to make bad decisions.
How does the main character change throughout the story 'Thank You, Ma'am'?
The main character, Roger, changes by learning a lesson about trust and kindness.
The main character, Roger, changes by becoming more naive and gullible.
The main character, Roger, changes by losing trust in others.
The main character, Roger, changes by becoming more selfish and dishonest.
What is the resolution of the story 'Thank You, Ma'am'?
Roger becomes a successful businessman.
The story takes place in a small town.
Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones is a strict teacher.
Roger learns a valuable lesson about trust and kindness from Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones.
What is the significance of the title 'Thank You, Ma'am'?
The title refers to a popular phrase used in the story.
The significance is to highlight the importance of manners and politeness.
The title is a metaphor for the main character's journey of personal growth.
The significance is to express gratitude and appreciation towards the woman in the story.
Check all the things below that CANNOT be described as barren.
a loaded fruit tree
a desert
a school filled with students
wilderness
a crowded metropolis
"And next time, do not make the mistake of latching onto my pocketbook nor nobody else’s — because shoes come by devilish like that will burn your feet."
latch [ lach ]
(n) 1. a device that holds a door, gate, or window closed and that consists of a bar that falls into a holder when it is closed and that is lifted when it is open
2. a fastening for a window, etc.
(v) 3. to close or fasten with a latch.
4. to hold on to or get hold of
Which definition best fits the underlined word as it is used in this sentence?
DEFINITION 1
DEFINITION 2
DEFINITION 3
DEFINITION 4
Choose the vocabulary word that could be used as a synonym for the word or phrase in italics.
After putting on a clean sweater, she felt neat enough to meet her new neighbors.
barren
latching
embarrass
presentable
Choose the vocabulary word that could be used as a synonym for the word or phrase in italics.
My little sister was always clinging onto us when we wanted to go to the mall.
barren
latching
embarrass
presentable
What is the initiating event of "Thank You, M'am?"
Roger wants to try to steal money from Mrs. Jones, but he fails after her purse strap breaks and she is able to catch him.
Roger wants blue suede shoes and steals Mrs. Jones purse.
Mrs. Jones kicks Roger in his "blue jeaned sitter."
What is the narrative Point of View of this story?
Answer choices
First-person
Second-person
Third-person omniscient
Third-person limited
Which of the following illustrates Roger’s internal
conflict?
“‘No’m,’ said the being dragged boy. ‘I just want
you to turn me loose.’”
“Sweat popped out on the boy’s face and he
began to struggle.”
“Roger looked at the door—looked at the
woman—looked at the door—and went to the
sink.”
There’s nobody home at my house,’ said the
boy.”
What can you infer about Mrs. Jones's first reaction to Roger from this sentence?
"The large woman simply turned around and kicked him right square in his blue-jean sitter."
She is puzzled.
She is frightened.
She is deeply hurt.
She is angry.
Mrs. Jones is best characterized as
strong, confident, and tough.
weak, frail, and easily intimidated.
spiteful and cruel.
generous and nurturing.
Which character would be considered dynamic in "Thank You Ma'am"?
(a)
