Q7: Summarize the key details that lead to the thematic development in the passage. (1 point)
Responses
The boy's attempt to steal the purse, the struggle, and the subsequent conversation with Mrs. Jones.
The boy's attempt to steal the purse, the struggle, and the subsequent conversation with Mrs. Jones.
The description of Mrs. Jones's physical appearance and the contents of her purse.
The description of Mrs. Jones's physical appearance and the contents of her purse.
The boy's internal thoughts about running away and his mistrust of Mrs. Jones.
The boy's internal thoughts about running away and his mistrust of Mrs. Jones.
The setting of the street at night and the presence of other roomers in the house.
The setting of the street at night and the presence of other roomers in the house.
Q8: How does the author use dialogue to develop the relationship between the characters? (1 point)
Responses
The dialogue is used to show the power dynamic between Mrs. Jones and the boy and to create growth between the characters.
The dialogue is used to show the power dynamic between Mrs. Jones and the boy and to create growth between the characters.
The dialogue is used to create a sense of mystery about Mrs. Jones's intentions.
The dialogue is used to create a sense of mystery about Mrs. Jones's intentions.
The dialogue is used to reveal the boy's background and why he tried to steal.
The dialogue is used to reveal the boy's background and why he tried to steal.
The dialogue is used to demonstrate the change in the boy's attitude towards Mrs. Jones.
The dialogue is used to demonstrate the change in the boy's attitude towards Mrs. Jones.
Q9: What can be inferred about the boy's life before meeting Mrs. Jones?(1 point)
Responses
He comes from a wealthy family but is rebellious.
He comes from a wealthy family but is rebellious.
He is well-cared for and has made a one-time mistake.
He is well-cared for and has made a one-time mistake.
He may be neglected and lacks guidance at home.
He may be neglected and lacks guidance at home.
He is a habitual criminal who often steals from others.
He may be neglected and lacks guidance at home.
Q10: What piece of evidence from the text can be used to support your answer from Question 9?(1 point)
Responses
"Um-hum! And your face is dirty. I got a great mind to wash your face for you. Ain’t you got nobody home to tell you to wash your face?" "No’m," said the boy.
"Um-hum! And your face is dirty. I got a great mind to wash your face for you. Ain’t you got nobody home to tell you to wash your face?" "No’m," said the boy.
"Then I won’t turn you loose," said the woman. She did not release him.
"Then I won’t turn you loose," said the woman. She did not release him.
“Some of their doors were open, too, so he knew he and the woman were not alone. The woman still had him by the neck in the middle of her room.”
“Some of their doors were open, too, so he knew he and the woman were not alone. The woman still had him by the neck in the middle of her room.”
“The water dripping from his face, the boy looked at her. There was a long pause. A very long pause. After he had dried his face and not knowing what else to do dried it again, the boy turned around, wondering what next.”
“Um-hum! And your face is dirty. I got a great mind to wash your face for you. Ain’t you got nobody home to tell you to wash your face?" "No’m," said the boy.
Q11: How does the author use the boy's desire for blue suede shoes to contribute to the story's theme? (1 point)
Responses
It shows the boy's vanity and concern with appearances.
It shows the boy's vanity and concern with appearances.
It represents the boy's longing for a better life and acceptance.
It represents the boy's longing for a better life and acceptance.
It is a symbol of the boy's disconnect from the reality of his actions.
It is a symbol of the boy's disconnect from the reality of his actions.
It indicates the boy's awareness of fashion trends and materialism.
It represents the boy's longing for a better life and acceptance.
Q12: How is irony used in the story "Thank You, Ma'am"? (1 point)
Responses
Mrs. Jones gives the boy money for the shoes he wanted after he tried to steal her purse.
Mrs. Jones gives the boy money for the shoes he wanted after he tried to steal her purse.
The boy falls down when he tries to snatch the purse, which is the opposite of what he intended.
The boy falls down when he tries to snatch the purse, which is the opposite of what he intended.
Mrs. Jones takes the boy home instead of calling the police, which is not the expected reaction.
Mrs. Jones takes the boy home instead of calling the police, which is not the expected reaction.
All of the above.