Summary Of The Story Thank You M Am By Ms. Jones

In the story Thank You M’am, Ms. Jones wants to lead Roger to an improved lifestyle from his criminal ways, because she perceives Roger as her past self, when she made unforgettable mistakes as well. For example, Ms. Jones advises Roger to “look presentable” by washing his face and combing his hair, and also tells Roger to “behave [him]self” . Ms. Jones shows a lot of confidence and self respect, so she teaches Roger to do the same. Ms. Jones wants Roger to behave himself and change his criminal ways, because she knows Roger has the potential to be a better person, like Ms. Jones became one herself. In addition, Ms. Jones “was young” like him and “[she had] done things” all for “things [she] could not get.” Roger grew up without anyone to