Thank You M'am Test Review

Question 1

Part A In “Thank You, M’am,” what can readers infer about Roger’s life?

Accepted Answer

He usually has to take care of himself

Question 2

What is the effect of the italics at the end of the passage?

Accepted Answer

They draw attention to a turning point in the story.

Question 3

Part A Which passage from “Thank You, M’am” is part of the story’s exposition?

Accepted Answer

He looked as if he were fourteen or fifteen, frail and willow-wild

Question 4

Roger “wanted to say something else other than ‘Thank you, m’am’ to Mrs. Jones, but he couldn’t do so” Why couldn't he?

Accepted Answer

He can’t think of words to fully express his gratitude.

Question 5

Which word in the following sentence is a preposition? We sometimes learn lessons from complete strangers

Accepted Answer

from

Question 6

Which is a prepositional phrase?She set the plate on the table, took a seat, and began telling stories.

Accepted Answer

on the table

Question 7

2. In “Thank You, M’am,” why does Roger grow afraid?

Accepted Answer

c. He thinks Mrs. Jones will turn him in to the police.

Question 8

In “Thank You, M’am,” what similarity between Roger and Mrs. Jones does she mention?

Accepted Answer

They have both done things they aren’t proud of.

Question 9

Which word or phrase could replace contact? The editors of the magazine told George they would contact him soon.

Accepted Answer

touch

Question 10

3. In “Thank You, M’am,” what is the first thing Mrs. Jones tells Roger to do?

Accepted Answer

b. wash his face

Question 11

Which event in the rising action of “Thank You, M’am” helps increase tension in the story?

Accepted Answer

Mrs. Jones drags Roger to her home.

Question 12

In “Thank You, M’am,” why does Mrs. Jones say that she wishes Roger were her own son?

Accepted Answer

b. so she could teach him right from wrong

Question 13

In “Thank You, M’am,” how do Mrs. Jones and Roger meet?

Accepted Answer

a. He tries to snatch her purse.

Question 14

What is the meaning of permit in this sentence? Our teacher will not permit us to complete math problems with a pen.

Accepted Answer

allow

Question 15

If Jenna plans to release her dog from the backyard, what is she going to do?

Accepted Answer

let the dog out of the backyard

Question 16

Part B Why is the passage you identified in Part A considered part of the exposition?

Accepted Answer

It gives background information about Roger.

Question 17

Are you ready to take the test next class period?

Accepted Answer

Yes!, Not quite...

Question 18

Which statement best explains why readers get a sense of satisfaction from the story’s resolution?

Accepted Answer

Roger has learned that he can be trusted and valued.

Question 19

Which sentence contains a preposition?

Accepted Answer

The person might be a close friend or someone in our family.

Question 20

What does the multiple-meaning word square mean in this sentence?The pitcher looked the batter square in the eye.

Accepted Answer

in the center

Question 21

Part A In “Thank You, M’am,” what is Mrs. Jones’s main hope for Roger?

Accepted Answer

She wants Roger to feel trustworthy

Question 22

Part B Which passage from the test best supports your last answer?

Accepted Answer

“There’s nobody home at my house,” said the boy.

Question 23

What does the multiple-meaning word passed mean in this sentence? Several people passed, but only a few stopped to watch

Accepted Answer

walked by

Question 24

Part B Which passage from the test best supports your last answer?

Accepted Answer

(she) did not watch her purse or the boy to see if he was going to run now

Thank You M'am Test Review

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