Characters
From whose perspective do we hear the story of "The Outsiders"?
Ponyboy
How does the ending of The Outsiders resolve the drama of the plot?
Ponyboy, initially struggling with denial and grief after Johnny's and Dally's deaths, gradually comes to terms with the reality of his losses. This process culminates in him finding a sense of purpose through the act of writing.
"When I stepped out into the bright sunlight from the darkness of the movie house, I had only two things on my mind: Paul Newman and a ride home."
feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed
What physical change do Johnny and Ponyboy experience at the church?
They change their hair.
"Stay gold, Ponyboy...stay gold
Johnny
Who supports Melba the most in her journey at Central High School
Her Grandma India
The Ceremony of 12
Prejudice
Opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
What is the dinnertime ritual in Jonas' community? Why is it important?
The dinnertime ritual in Jonas's community is the "evening telling of feelings," where each family member shares an emotion they experienced that day. This ritual is important because it serves as a method of social control by monitoring emotions and maintaining societal uniformity, and also fosters communication, empathy, and family cohesion within their controlled society.
"Lord Agamemnon, you have dishonored me; and therefore now I swear on all the gods that I will fight for you no more!"
Achilles
With whom does Jonas develop a caretaking relationship?
Gabriel
How does Melba survive her time at Central High School? Name at least one strategy.
Melba survived her time at Central High by transforming into a "warrior" through the support of her grandmother, the strategic guidance of the NAACP, and the presence of a dedicated soldier assigned to her protection. She uses nonviolent strategies like saying "Thank you" to disarm her bullies.
Meticulous
showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise
Who is the "man with a plan" from Black Ships Before Troy?
Odysseus
"God’s warriors don’t cry.”
Grandma India
Which character transforms from the beginning of the book to the end, becoming a warrior?
Melba Pattillo Beals
What motivates Achilles to join the battle of Troy?
The rage that follows from Patroclus' death becomes the prime motivation for Achilles to return to the battlefield.
Irritable
having or showing a tendency to be easily annoyed or made angry.
What's the color of Bob's car in The Outsiders?
Blue
"Bye, bye little guy"
Jonas' father
Which character demonstrates impressive honor and nobility in Black Ships Before Troy?
Hector
Why does Dally get killed?
Dally is shot and killed by police because, after Johnny dies, he is unable to cope with the loss and robs a store with an unloaded gun, then deliberately points it at the police to force them to kill him.
Anguish
severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
What does the hill symbolize at the end of The Giver?
"You'll still be where you were before—at the bottom. And we'll still be the lucky ones with all the breaks."
Randy