"Thank you, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes |
Author Langston Hughes |
Click and open the following file. This is a short story by Langston Hughes. I will read it aloud for everyone today, and you will work in groups and go through the story questions
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Langston Hughes was an American poet, novelist, and playwright. He was born in 1901 and lived until 1967. His first work was published in 1921. After he died, his home was given landmark status and preserved.
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Discuss then Kahoot
- What themes does the story express?
- Why do you think Roger felt like he had to steal the purse?
- Why does Mrs. Jones talk more about herself rather than the boy?
- What connections can you make with the story?
- How does Mrs. Jones change after she brings the boy home?
- Why do you think that?
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