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Thank You Ma'am

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  • What did Roger want to do with the money?
    Buy blue suede shoes
  • What is the boy's name?
    Roger
  • 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.
  • What is the woman's name?
    Luella Bates Washington Jones
  • Say two good things that the woman did to the boy.
    Took him home, fed him, gave him money
  • snatch means...
    take suddenly
  • Is the woman dynamic or static? Why?
    Dynamic because her behavior changed. First she was harsh, then she was kind.
  • 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?
    ...
  • Frown means...
    look angrily
  • What did the boy say before he left?
    Thank You
  • 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.
  • What time of day is it?
    Late at night (11 pm)
  • Describe the woman.
    She was a large woman. She was kind-hearted.
  • When Mrs. Jones brings Roger home, what does he first fear she will do?
    Give him to the police.
  • Turn someone loose means...
    Let someone go, release someone.
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