Thank You M'am Step 1 Reading
Directions: As you read the short story, highlight or note where you see the following: the
protagonist, the antagonist, examples of characterization, the setting, clues that show you what
point of view it is.
Step 2 Comprehension Questions
Directions: After reading the short story, answer the following questions in complete sentences.
After answering each question, find a quote from the text which supports your answer.
1. What is the setting of "Thank You M'am"?
2. How is Roger characterized?
3. From what point of view is the story told?
4. What is something that Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones has in common with Roger
besides living in the same neighborhood?
5. Why does Roger offer to go to the store for Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones?
6. Is there an antagonist in the story? Explain why or why not.
7. Why does Roger want to say more than “thank you" to Mrs. Luella Bates Washington
Jones at the end of the story?