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Thank You Ma'am

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  • What did the boy say before he left?
    Thank You
  • What is the woman's name?
    Luella Bates Washington Jones
  • What time of day is it?
    Late at night (11 pm)
  • When Mrs. Jones brings Roger home, what does he first fear she will do?
    Give him to the police.
  • Why does Roger sit on the far side of the room when Mrs. Jones goes to the kitchenette?
    He wants her to see he is not taking anything from her purse.
  • Frown means...
    look angrily
  • What is Mrs. Jone's 1st reaction to Roger's attempt to steal her purse?
    She was angry, she kicked him, picked him up and shook him.
  • What is the theme of the story?
    ...
  • Say two good things that the woman did to the boy.
    Took him home, fed him, gave him money
  • Describe the boy.
    He was frail and willow-wild. Looked 14 or 15. He was wearing blue jeans and tennis shoes.
  • Why does Roger lose his balance when he tries to steal Mrs.Jones purse?
    The strap broke and the bag was heavy.
  • Describe the woman.
    She was a large woman. She was kind-hearted.
  • Is the woman dynamic or static? Why?
    Dynamic because her behavior changed. First she was harsh, then she was kind.
  • What is the boy's name?
    Roger
  • What did Roger want to do with the money?
    Buy blue suede shoes
  • Turn someone loose means...
    Let someone go, release someone.
  • snatch means...
    take suddenly
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