Character Traits
What's one word you would use to describe Roger in the beginning of the story?
Liar, thief, unthreatening, etc.
Events that occur before the climax are....
Rising Actions
Finish filling in the theme of "Thank You, Ma'am"
Trust is gained through, __________, ____________, and shared experiences.
Respect and kindness
What type of conflict is seen in "Thank You, Ma'am?"
Person vs. Person
Who is the author of "Thank You, Ma'am?"
Langston Hughes
Who is the protagonist in "Thank You, Ma'am?"
Roger
When Roger decided to stay and eat dinner, or when he begins to trust Mrs. Jones
What's one way Mrs. Jones shows Roger kindness?
Cooks him dinner, cleans his face, gives him 10 dollars to buy shoes, etc.
What does Roger try to steal?
Why does Roger try to steal Mrs. Jones purse?
Who is the static character in "Thank You, Ma'am?"
Mrs. Jones
What is the following line an example of: "And they never saw each other again."
Denounment
How does Roger respect Mrs. Jones?
Stays at her house and doesn't try to steal or take advantage of her
How old do they say Roger looks?
14/15
What Point of View is "Thank You, Ma'am?"
Third Person
Explain how Roger is a dynamic character.
Roger changes in the story because he is no longer a thief and learns his lesson.
What is the inciting incident in "Thank You, Ma'am?"
When Roger tries to steal Mrs. Jones purse
How does Mrs. Jones relate to Roger? (Shared experience)
She has also done things she is not proud of
True or False: Roger had the choice to leave Mrs. Jones apartment
True
How would you describe Roger's home life?
Very difficult: he may be neglected, poor, homeless, etc.
What's an example of indirect characterization in "Thank You, Ma'am?"
Roger is trustworthy, reliable, honest, polite, etc.
Mrs. Jone is generous, caring, kind, forgiving, etc.
What does the author reveal about the story in the exposition?
The setting (11 pm at night)
Introduces us to Mrs. Jones (a large woman with a large purse)
Explain what Mrs. Jones means by the following quote: "shoes got by devilish ways will burn your feet."
Stealing shoes will bring bad karma
OR
He will feel guilt every time he sees those shoes
Which two things does Mrs. Jones give to Roger?
Dinner and $10.00 for his shoes
What's one way that we see Mrs. Jones start to trust Roger?
Leaves her pocketbook unattended, leaves the door open, opens up to Roger about her past