Vocab
Define: Permit (noun)
A certificate or licence allowing something to be done; licence
In “Thank You, M’am,” how do Mrs. Jones and Roger meet?
Rodger tries to steal Mrs. Jones' purse at the beginning of the story.
In “Thank You, M’am,” why does Roger grow afraid?
He is worried Mrs. Jones will turn him into the police.
Define:
Exposition
introduction of characters, setting, and basic situation
Match the information from “Thank You M’am” to the element of plot that it belongs to.
They struggle; Roger falls down and Mrs. Jones grabs him. She makes Roger come home with her. He wants to run but listens to her.
A. Exposition
B. Rising Action
C. Climax
B. Rising Action
What is theme?
Life lesson, meaning, moral, or message about life or human nature that is communicated by a literary work - it is a big idea that you can learn about life in general
Define: contact (verb)
To communicate with
To bring into contact
In “Thank You, M’am,” what is the first thing Mrs. Jones tells Roger to do?
“Pick up my pocketbook, boy, and give it here.”
In “Thank You, M’am,” why does Mrs. Jones say that she wishes Roger were her own son?
She wishes Roger were her son so she could teach him right from wrong.
Define:
Rising Action
events that introduce conflict or struggle, and increase tension
Match the information from “Thank You M’am” to the element of plot that it belongs to.
Characters: Roger, Mrs. Jones
Setting: a city in the evening
Situation: the boy tries to steal the woman’s purse
A. Exposition
B. Climax
C. Falling Action
A. Exposition
Name 2 possible themes from "Thank You M'am"? Provide evidence to support your answer!
Lessons can be learned through kindness and goodwill.
Compassion has a positive impact on those who practice it and receive it.
A person needs to trust not only themselves but others too.
Lessons in what is right and what is wrong are better delivered in an environment of kindness
When you are trying to teach someone a lesson, it is more effective to do it in a caring way and in a trusting environment.
It is important to learn from your mistakes so you don’t repeat them.
Define: release (noun)
A control mechanism for starting and stopping a machine
A grant of permission to publish, use, or sell something
According to Mrs. Jones, what lesson has Rodger not been taught?
Right from wrong
At the end of “Thank You, M’am,” Roger “wanted to say something else other than ‘Thank you, m’am’ to Mrs. Jones, but he couldn’t do so….” What is the most likely reason he couldn’t do so?
He can't think of words to fully express his gratitude.
Define:
Climax
the story’s high point, or moment of greatest intensity; often a turning point in the story
Match the information from “Thank You M’am” to the element of plot that it belongs to.
After the climax, Roger eats some food. Mrs. Jones gives him money to buy the shoes and sends him away.
A. Climax
B. Falling action
C. Resolution
B. Falling action
What are the different POVs that a story can be written in? (HINT - 5!)
- Second person
- Third person limited
- Third person (omniscient)
- Third person (objective)
Is the word being used as a noun or a verb in the following sentence?
On her sixteenth birthday, Sarah got her learners permit. She is excited to practice her driving!
Noun
In “Thank You, M’am,” what similarity between Roger and Mrs. Jones does she mention?
Mrs. Jones tells Roger that she has also done things in her past that she is not proud of.
In "Thank You M'am", what can readers infer about Rodger's life? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
Roger likely does not have anyone to take care of him, so he has to take care of himself.
Evidence from the text: “There’s nobody home at my house,” said the boy. (Paragraph 29)
Define:
Falling action
events that follow the climax
Match the information from “Thank You M’am” to the element of plot that it belongs to.
Roger realizes that Mrs. Jones has left her purse alone and he could take it. He chooses not to.
A. Exposition
B. Rising Action
C. Climax
C. Climax
What character traits might we infer about Mrs. Luella Bates Washington based on the following quote?
“I have done things, too, which I would not tell you, son--neither tell God, if He didn’t already know” (Paragraph 37).
A character trait might be flawed, experienced, or honest.
Is the following word being used as a noun or a verb in the sentence below:
The operator pulled the emergency release when the ride got stuck.
Noun
Which point of view is "Thank You M'am" told from?
Third person limited because we only know the thoughts & feelings of 1 character, Rodger.
Read this passage from “Thank You, M’am.” What is the effect of the italics at the end of the passage?
“Then, Roger, you go to that sink and wash your face,” said the woman, whereupon she turned him loose—at last. Roger looked at the door—looked at the woman—looked at the door—and went to the sink."
They draw attention to a turning point in the story.
Define:
Resolution
the story’s final outcome and tying up of loose ends events that follow the climax
Match the information from “Thank You M’am” to the element of plot that it belongs to.
Roger leaves Mrs. Jones’ house. He has been changed by his interaction with Mrs. Jones.
A. Falling ActionB. Resolution
What character traits can we infer about Rodger based on the following quote?
“He did not trust the woman not to trust him. And he did not want to be mistrusted now” (Paragraph 38).