Mrs. Jones says, “I were young once and I wanted things I could not get.” What does this show about her?

After trying to take the purse, Roger says, “I didn't aim to.” What does this show about him at that moment?

Mrs. Jones tells Roger, “Pick up my pocketbook, boy, and give it here.” What trait does this command reveal?

Mrs. Jones takes Roger home, makes him wash, and gives him supper instead of calling the police. What does this show about her?

Roger chooses a seat on the far side of the room where Mrs. Jones can easily see him. What does this show about Roger?

While they eat, Mrs. Jones does not ask Roger about where he lives or about his family. What trait does that reveal?

At the end, Roger wants to say more than "Thank you, m'am," but he cannot even say that before Mrs. Jones shuts the door. What does this show about him?

The narrator says that Roger "did not want to be mistrusted now." Which kind of characterization is this?

Mrs. Jones puts Roger in a half-nelson and marches him home. Which kind of characterization reveals her forcefulness?

The narrator states that Mrs. Jones does not ask questions that would embarrass Roger. Which kind of characterization is this?

Roger chooses a seat where Mrs. Jones can see him, even though the door is open. Which kind of characterization shows his change?

Mrs. Jones gives Roger money for blue suede shoes and warns him not to steal again. Which kind of characterization is this?

Which detail best supports the idea that Mrs. Jones is generous?

Which detail best supports the idea that Roger is impulsive at the beginning?

Which detail best supports the idea that Mrs. Jones is morally firm?

Which detail best supports the idea that Roger wants to earn trust?

Which detail best supports the idea that Mrs. Jones is strict?

Mrs. Jones guesses that Roger tried to snatch her pocketbook because he was hungry. Why does Roger say he did it?

Mrs. Jones asks Roger if anyone at home tells him to wash his face, and he says no. What does this suggest about Roger?

What does Mrs. Jones want Roger to learn when she gives him money and warns him not to steal again?