Title	Thank you, ma’am
Author	Langston Hughes
Characters	• Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones – a strong, kind woman • Roger – a young boy who tries to steal her purse

Exposition	Roger tries to steal Mrs. Jones’s purse on the street at night. She catches him and refuses to let him run away.
Rising Action	Instead of punishing him, Mrs. Jones brings Roger to her home. She feeds him, talks to him, and teaches him about trust, choices, and respect.
Climax	Mrs. Jones leaves her purse right in front of Roger, giving him a chance to steal it again. Roger chooses not to run away or take anything.
Resolution	Mrs. Jones gives Roger money to buy the blue suede shoes he wanted. Roger wants to say something more meaningful than “thank you,” but the words won’t come out.

Summary

Mrs. Jones gives Roger money to buy the blue suede shoes he wanted. Roger wants to say something more meaningful than “thank you,” but the words won’t come out.

Analysis

This story shows how kindness can change someone more than punishment. Mrs. Jones’s actions made me feel hopeful because she believed Roger could do better. It teaches that sometimes people just need understanding and a chance to make the right choice.