Context Clues
For our field trip, we took an excursion, a short journey, to the Bronx Zoo. What does excursion mean?
a trip or journey
How do we know the ocean is friendly?
It waves.
Name three characters from the story
Ponyboy, Sodapop, Dallas, Johnny....
Name Franky's dog
Leo
The toys were put away and the windows were shiny. The dishes were clean. Mom was very tired.
Mom cleaned the house
Dana drove around the track NIMBLY. The other drivers could not keep up with her. She ended up winning the race.
What does NIMBLY mean?
quickly
What is a witch's favorite subject in school?
Spelling
Who wrote The Outsiders?
S.E. Hinton
Name one place that Ethan likes to travel to
Florida, Outer Banks
I don’t like to stay inside when it rains. I wish that it would stop”, Tina said.
Tina wants to play outside
The ABANDONED the kittens at the shelter, giving up the kittens was heartbreaking.
What does ABANDONED mean?
To leave behind
What animal is always at a baseball game?
A bat
Compare and Contrast the Socs and the Greasers
Rich/poor, educated/not educated, nice clothes/homes.....
What is Ethan's favorite subject in school?
All of them, but mostly Speech LOL
Look at the goats,” said Bo.Then he saw pigs, ducks, and a horse. He liked seeing the animals.
They are at a farm
The cashier was polite, unlike the customer, who was CURT to her.
What does CURT mean?
Impolite
How do you fix a cracked pumpkin?
with a pumpkin patch
Who is Sodapop's best friend?
Steve Randall
What special gift did Franky get as an early Christmas present?
Pinball machine
The scout leader looked at the sky and muttered something under his breath. Then he looked at the map and said, "Let's get moving", he called to the group of tired boys.
What do you think the scout leader is feeling?
Worried about a storm
The dog was CONFINED to a small metal cage, unable to escape or even turn around.
Confined means:
stuck in a small space
Why couldn't the pony sing a lullaby?
He was a little hoarse
What major event happens in Chapter 4 that is a turning point in the story?
Johnny kills Bob and Pnyboy and Johnny have to figure out what to do.
Who is going to miss Franky and Ethan sooo much next year?
Mrs. Buerck