What is the conflict in thank you ma'am?

Answer 1

The conflict in the short story "Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes is both external and internal. The external conflict is between Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones and Roger, a young boy who attempts to steal her purse. The internal conflict is within Roger himself, as he grapples with feelings of guilt and shame for his actions. The story ultimately explores themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the transformative power of compassion.

Answer 2

The conflict in "Thank You, Ma'am" is between Mrs. Jones and Roger, the young boy who tries to steal her purse. It is a conflict between trust and redemption as Mrs. Jones chooses to show kindness and understanding towards Roger, leading to a transformation in him.

Answer 3

"The protagonist, Luella Bates Washington Jones, is a large woman who

works as a beautician at a hotel"

Answer 4

It's when roger tried to steal Mrs Jones's purse and she grabbed him by his shirtfront that's an internal conflict. :)

Answer 5

The irony is that Roger thinks he is going to jail but Mrs. Jones takes him to her apartment.

Answer 6

It is to not steal stuff from other people and just ask if you can borrow it instead. Another one is if you see that some one needs help try to help them out how ever you can.

Answer 7

To show more character in Mrs. Jones

Answer 8

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