Characters
Who was the kid that tried to steal?
Roger
What did Roger try to steal
The purse
Who said “Pick up my pocketbook, boy, and give it here.”
Mrs. Luella Washington Bates Jones
What type of Literally Device does the purse represents?
The purse represents temptation
What was the old ladies name?
Mrs.Luella Bates Washington Jones
Why did Roger steal the purse?
Because he wanted a pair of blue suede shoes
Who said, "What is your name?"
Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones
What was the Irony in Thank You Ma'am?
It was when Mrs. Jones decided to help Roger and not punish him
What age is Roger in the story?
14
Where did Mrs.Luella Bates Washington Jones take Roger?
To her house
What did Mrs.Luella Bates Washington Jones tell Roger to do before she gave him food to eat?
Go wash your face up
How does Langston Hughes use Imagery in Thank You Ma'am?
He uses descriptive language to paint a picture of the setting, like Mrs. Jones home.
Who wrote Thank You Ma'am?
Langston Hughes
What lesson did Mrs.Luella Bates Washington Jones teach Roger?
To never steal
Who said, "Eat More Son."
Mrs.Jones
How does the story explore theme?
it explores it in trust, compassion, and the power of kindness, showing that one act can change someones life.
Who was the large woman with a large purse?
Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones.
What did Mrs.Lella Bates Washington Jones give Roger money for?
To buy blue suede shoes
Who said, "Thank You Ma'am, " at the end of the story?
Roger
What part of the story does hyperbole occur.
In the begging where Langston Hughes describes Mrs. Jones' purse as so large it contains "everything in it but a hammer and nails," exaggerating its size to emphasize her powerful presence.