Characters
Who is the narrator of The Outsiders?
Ponyboy Curtis
What group are Ponyboy and his friends part of?
The Greasers
Finish the quote: "Stay ____."
Gold
What theme is shown through Ponyboy and Johnny’s friendship?
Loyalty and friendship
What is the name of Ponyboy’s oldest brother?
Darry
Which character is known for his tough personality?
Dally
Where do Ponyboy and Johnny hide after the incident with Bob?
An abandoned church
Who says, “Things are rough all over”?
Cherry Valance
What social conflict drives the story?
Greasers vs Socs
What item does Johnny buy while the boys are hiding out?
A copy of Gone With the Wind
Who tells Ponyboy to “Stay gold”?
What event is held between the Greasers and the Socs?
The rumble
Which poem inspires the quote “Stay gold”?
What theme is shown through Johnny’s actions in the fire?
Heroism
Which two characters die near the end of the novel?
Johnny and Dally
Which character enjoys reading books and watching sunsets?
Ponyboy
What happens to the church while the boys are inside?
It catches fire
Who says, “We’re all we have left”?
Darry
What theme is represented by the poem “Nothing Gold Can Stay”?
Innocence does not last forever
Who is Randy's best friend?
Bob
Who is Sodapop's best friend and fellow greaser?
Steve Randle
Why does Ponyboy write his English assignment at the end of the novel?
To tell Johnny and the Greasers' story
Who says, “I lie to myself all the time”?
Ponyboy
What important lesson does Ponyboy learn about the Socs?
They have problems too
What is Ponyboy doing at the very beginning of the novel?
Walking home from the movies