Thank You, Ma’am

  “Thank You, Ma’am” How does Langston Hughes create believable interaction between the characters in "Thank You Ma'am"? Has the unexpected kindness presented in Langston Hughes' "Thank You, Ma'am" happened in your life or in the life of someone you observed? Why do you think Hughes wrote about such kindness? After reading the short story, “Thank You, Ma’am,” do you think Mrs. Jones act of kindness will influence Rodger’s values or ethics in the future? Be sure to use real life observations and/or experiences to support your answer.