What central idea does the boy’s kindness teach in the poem Somebody’s Mother?

The central theme is the importance of kindness to strangers.

Fill in the blank: The old woman in the poem is initially portrayed as ___ and ___ due to her age and circumstances.

Ragged and grey

How does the crowd show they don’t care about the old woman?

The crowd is ignoring her anxious eyes and passing by without offering help.

True or False: The group of boys stops to help the old woman.

False. Only one boy stops to help her while the others continue on their way.

What is the boy thinking as he helps the old woman across the street?

He remembers his own mother and hopes that someone would help her if she were in the same situation.

Fill in the blank: The poem teaches us that showing ___ and ___ towards the elderly is essential.

Kindness and respect

What change does the boy’s kindness bring to the old woman?

The old woman is deeply touched and prays for the boy's well-being that night.

What lesson about moral values is highlighted through the boy's actions?

The lesson is that one should always be good-hearted and thoughtful, regardless of the situation.