Thank You, Ma'am Detail & Character Development Quiz

Which of the following best describes the most significant change in Roger’s behavior by the end of the story?

• He becomes more aggressive

• He develops a sense of trust and respect

• He learns to steal more effectively

• He becomes fearful of all adults

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The passage states that during Roger's final interaction with Mrs. Jones, he

• decides to pass on kindness to others.

• helps her cleanup the dinner.

• tells her he will become a police officer.

• shows her genuine gratitude.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

As stated in the passage, Roger’s initial interaction with Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones involves

• showing respect for elderly women

• attempting to steal her purse to buy shoes

• offering to help her carry her belongings

• asking her politely for money

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

It can be reasonably inferred that Roger’s character change is shown when he

• tries to escape when given the opportunity

• demands money from her when given the opportunity

• refuses to wash his face when given the opportunity.

• chooses not to run or steal her purse when given the opportunity

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The passage states that after catching Roger, Mrs. Jones

• takes him to the police station

• takes him to his parents

• takes him to the store

• takes him to her home

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

As stated in the passage, Roger tried to steal the purse because he wanted to buy

• a jacket

• blue suede shoes

• good

• school supplies

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Based on the passage, Mrs. Jones reveals that in her own past, she

• was a teacher

• was wealthy

• was ashamed of things she had done

• was a police officer

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

According to the passage, what is Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones's initial reaction when Roger tries to steal her purse?

• She calls the police

• She runs away in fear

• She kicks him and drags him up

• She gives him money immediately

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

According to the passage, how does Mrs. Jones demonstrate trust in Roger?

• She gives him her phone number

• She leaves him alone with her purse

• She tells him her life story

• She invites him to visit again

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The author suggests that Roger respects Mrs. Jones during his interaction with her at her home by his

• Anger and defiance

• Laughter and jokes

• Silence and compliance

• Continuous crying

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2