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What one word does the author use to describe Mrs. Jones's appearance?
large
In what decade does the story take place?
50s
How much money does Mrs. Jones give Roger? And for double points, about how much would that be in today's money?
$10 / A hundred dollars ($121.39 to be exact)
Who is the author of "Thank You, Ma'am?"
Langston Hughes
What is Mrs. Jones's first name?
Luella
Synonym for "purse" used in the story
pocketbook
What time is it when the story begins?
About 11pm
Mrs. Jones wants Roger to wash what part of his body?
his face
Who made the best animated version of "Thank You, Ma'am?"
Arjun
Roger is how old?
14 or 15
Is Roger dynamic or static?
dynamic
True
True or False: Roger says "Thank you, Ma'am" to Mrs. Jones before leaving.
False
Is Roger's main conflict in the story internal or external?
internal
Langston Hughes was a part of what cultural movement? (Two words)
Harlem Renaissance
Mrs. Jones's purse was so large, it had everything in it but _______ and _______.
hammer and nails
What one word best describes Roger at the end of the story?
Regretful, remorseful, sorry, trustworthy, redeemed, thankful, grateful,
Roger asks Mrs. Jones if she needs him to go to the store to buy what?
"milk or something"
What is the POV of the story? (1st Person, 2nd Person, 3rd Person Objective or 3rd Person Limited)
3rd Person Limited
Roger wants Mrs. Jones to ______ him.
trust
What happens to Roger immediately after the purse strap breaks?
He falls on his back on the sidewalk and Mrs. Jones kicks him in the sitter.
What do the blue suede shoes represent for Roger?
What does Roger ask that makes Mrs. Jones say: "Not with that face, I would not take you nowhere."
"You gonna take me to jail?"
In one word, what is the theme of the story?
kindness or generosity or trust or forgiveness or empathy
What is the climax of the story?
Roger decides not to run away or steal her purse.