Reading Check (a) How do Mrs. Jones and Roger meet? (b) What does Roger expect Mrs. Jones to do? (c) What does Mrs. Jones do instead?

Mrs. Jones and Roger meet when he attempts to steal her purse. However, things take an unexpected turn when she catches him in the act and decides not to call the police. Instead, she drags him back to her home, leading to a pivotal moment in their interaction. Roger initially expects Mrs. Jones to act like most adults would in such a situation—by scolding him or turning him over to the authorities. However, Mrs. Jones surprises him by showing compassion and understanding, ultimately demonstrating that kindness can lead to better choices.