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Evan

Evan

by Zhewen Kong -
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Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones illustrates her belief in the importance of dignity through the way she treats Roger after he tries to steal her purse. Instead of humiliating or punishing him, she takes him to her home, feeds him, and talks to him as an equal. By showing trust—such as leaving her purse in plain sight—she gives Roger a chance to act with integrity, which helps him feel respected rather than judged. Hughes uses her actions to suggest that treating others with compassion and dignity can inspire change more effectively than anger or punishment. Through Mrs. Jones, Hughes comments on the idea that respect and empathy are powerful tools for building character, especially in young people. Her kindness shows that offering dignity to those who make mistakes can lead them to grow into better, more honorable individuals.