Roger
Where and when does the story take place
The story takes place late at night, in a poor New-York neighborhood
What does Mrs. Jones decide to do with Roger?
She takes him to her home instead of calling the police.
What does Roger try to say when he leaves Mrs. Jones?
"Thank you, ma'am."
What did Roger try to do in the beginning of the story?
Roger tried to steal Mrs. Jones's purse.
Where has Mrs. Jones come from, and where is she going?
She is coming home from work and going to her house to cook dinner.
What was Roger like in the beginning and at the end?
In the beginning he was a thief, but in the end he was honest and thankful.
What details show that Roger has a problematic family situation?
He says there is nobody at home to tell him what to do and no one takes care of him.
What does Mrs. Jones tell Roger about her life?
She reveals that she also made mistakes when she was younger.
Why does Mrs Jones give Roger money?
She wants him to get what he wants in honest way
Why does Roger try to steal Mrs Jones's purse?
He wanted to buy blue suede shoes.
Why does Mrs. Jones take Roger to her home instead of calling the police?
She wants to teach him right from wrong and give him a second chance.
What does Mrs. Jones's behavior show the reader?
Her behavior shows forgiveness, kindness, and that giving a second chance can change a person.
What facts show that Roger changed during the story?
He didn't run away or steal the purse when he had the chance, he said "Thank you ma'am".
What facts show that Mrs Jones was not rich?
Returing from work late/Sharing apartment with other people/Working in a beauty shop
What does Mrs. Jones say about things gotten in a wrong way?
Shoes got by devilish feet will burn your shoes!