Thank You, M'am

In Langston Hughes's short story "Thank You, M'am," the primary conflict is between Roger and Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones, arising when Roger attempts to steal her purse. This external...

An alternative ending to "Thank You, Ma'am" could feature Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones as a criminal herself, poisoning the boy with the food she gives him or inviting him to join a gang of...

When Roger leaves Mrs. Jones' house, he is humbled and grateful. Initially a scared and dirty petty thief, Mrs. Jones' kindness, understanding, and lessons in honesty and fairness leave a significant...

The lady, Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones, quickly shuts the door in "Thank You, M'am" to encourage Roger to rehabilitate himself independently. By closing the door swiftly, she prevents him from...

In "Thank You, M'am" by Langston Hughes, Roger attempts to steal Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones's purse to get money for blue suede shoes. Mrs. Jones empathizes with Roger, recognizing his likely...