"Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes Quiz and Answer Key
For many middle and high school readers, realistic and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. "Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes is a short story involving socioeconomic struggles, social pressures, the importance of second chances, and the power of empathy and forgiveness. This multiple choice quiz covering "Thank You, Ma'am" helps English teachers promote homework accountability, evaluate reading comprehension, and save time at home without sacrificing quality in the classroom. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.) Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following:
An attempt to steal something
The intended victim's reaction
"Turned loose"
The washing of a character's face
Roger's question
Mrs. Jones's kind offer
A reason for the act
Roger's desire for Mrs. Jones to trust him
The resolution
A variety of resources are available for teaching young adult fiction:
For many middle and high school readers, realistic and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. "Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes is a short story involving socioeconomic struggles, social pressures, the importance of second chances, and the power of empathy and forgiveness. This multiple choice quiz covering "Thank You, Ma'am" helps English teachers promote homework accountability, evaluate reading comprehension, and save time at home without sacrificing quality in the classroom. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.) Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following:
An attempt to steal something
The intended victim's reaction
"Turned loose"
The washing of a character's face
Roger's question
Mrs. Jones's kind offer
A reason for the act
Roger's desire for Mrs. Jones to trust him
The resolution
A variety of resources are available for teaching young adult fiction:
For many middle and high school readers, realistic and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. "Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes is a short story involving socioeconomic struggles, social pressures, the importance of second chances, and the power of empathy and forgiveness. This multiple choice quiz covering "Thank You, Ma'am" helps English teachers promote homework accountability, evaluate reading comprehension, and save time at home without sacrificing quality in the classroom. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.) Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following:
An attempt to steal something
The intended victim's reaction
"Turned loose"
The washing of a character's face
Roger's question
Mrs. Jones's kind offer
A reason for the act
Roger's desire for Mrs. Jones to trust him
The resolution
A variety of resources are available for teaching young adult fiction:
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For many middle and high school readers, realistic and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. “Thank You, Ma’am” by Langston Hughes is a short story involving socioeconomic struggles, social pressures, the importance of second chances, and the power of empathy and forgiveness. This multiple choice quiz covering “Thank You, Ma’am” helps English teachers promote homework accountability, evaluate reading comprehension, and save time at home without sacrificing quality in the classroom. An answer key is included.