Thank You Ma’am Plot Questions
Answer in complete sentences.
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What time of night was it when the boy the boy tried to steal the woman’s purse?
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The woman did not deal with the boy the way most people would deal with a thief. How would most people deal with a thief?
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What is the first thing the woman notices about the boy’s face?
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List three items that the woman put out for their meal.
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Why did the boy try to steal the woman’s pocketbook?
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6.
Why do you think the woman took the boy home and fed him?
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7.
What advice did the woman give the boy about stealing?
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8.
Why do you think the woman gives the boy ten dollars?
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9.
While they were eating, why didn’t the woman ask the boy any questions?
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The woman and the boy do not speak in standard English. For each statement below taken from the story, write out the proper standard English translation. a) You a lie!
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Thank you Ma’am – Applying Literature Skills
Directions: Answer in complete sentences.
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What is the setting of the story?
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Who are the major characters in the story?
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Who is the protagonist? _______________________________________
4.
Who is the antagonist? ________________________________________
5.
What would be a good theme for this story?
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Character descriptions
In list form, give a character description for Roger and Mrs. Jones. Be specific please.
Roger Mrs. Jones
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What conflict is evident in this story? ______________________________________
What is the point of view of this story? _____________________________________