Conflict and Theme in “Thank you, Ma’am”

Question 1

Identify two clues that show this passage is probably from the story’s exposition.

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The author introduces the woman and the boy.; The author describes the setting for the story.

Question 2

resolutionrising action✔ climax falling action

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climax

Question 3

Identify plot elements in the passage by completing the sentence.

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The woman’s instructions to the boy are part of the , which builds up tension and leads to the story's .: rising action; The woman’s instructions to the boy are part of the , which builds up tension and leads to the story's .: climax

Question 4

Identify plot elements in the passage by completing the sentence. The woman’s instructions to the boy are part of the , which builds up tension and leads to the story's .

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rising action; Selection 1: rising action; Selection 2: climax

Question 5

How is the story’s conflict resolved?

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The woman gives the boy money and leaves him with an important lesson.

Question 6

Which two elements of the plot are shown in this passage from the story?

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falling action and resolution

Conflict and Theme in “Thank you, Ma’am” Answers

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