What is the name of the turning point in a plot where a decision or action is made that releases the built-up tension?
The Climax
100
What does the reader learn in the exposition of the novel?
-Ponyboy is leaving the movie theaters and gets jumped by the Socs
-Ponyboy introduces the reader to all of the Greasers
100
How is Dally different from the other Greasers?
He is a true "hood" who's past in New York gangs make him truly dangerous.
100
define conflict
The struggle between two opposing forces
100
Define theme
the message-statement that the author wants to impress upon the reader.
200
What is the purpose of the rising action?
To build tension and create suspense
200
The crisis in the park, when Johnny stabs Bob, belongs to which section of a plot?
Rising Action
200
Describe how the relationship between Ponyboy and Darry changes over the course of the novel.
Dependent on student answer.
200
Describe the conflict between the Socs and the Greasers
dependent on student answer.
200
Who in The Outsiders proves that individuals can have an identity beyond the group that they belong to.
Ponyboy, Johnny, Cherry, Darry
300
What is the purpose of the falling action?
The different loose ends of the story begin to wrap up. Also where there will be a noticeable change in the characters affected by the climax.
300
Identify two important pieces of information the reader learns during the resolution of the novel.
Ponyboy and Soda are allowed to stay under Dally's care.
Ponyboy recovers from the trauma of recent events.
The events told in the novel are actually Ponyboy's theme paper.
300
How do foil characters exaggerate the traits of each?
foil characters share something in common but their differences are EXTREMELY different.
300
List the 4 different types of conflicts found in literature
1. Man vs. Man
2. Man vs. Self
3. Man vs. Society
4. Man vs. Nature
300
What did Johnny mean when he told Ponyboy to "Stay Gold"?
To remain innocent and optimistic in the way that he enjoys movies and sunsets. Not to turn hard like Dally and try to succeed in life.
400
In what section of the plot do the ongoing conflicts conclude?
The resolution
400
What event represents the climax of the novel?
Dally's death
400
List the 5 aspects of Characterization
1. The Character's Appearance
2. The Character's Actions
3. The Character's Speech
4. The Character's Thoughts
5. What Others Say About the Character
400
Which of the 4 different types of conflict is the only one that could be considered an "internal conflict"?
Man vs. Self
400
What action does Ponyboy take at the end of the novel to convince others that not all Greasers are thugs?
He writes his theme on the Greasers to show their story and persuade others to erase the prejudice held against them.
500
What information is established during the exposition of a plot?
The reader learns about the setting and is introduced to the main characters.
500
Describe Dally's final decision to bluff the police after robbing the convenience store.
dependent on student answer.
500
Choose one character from the outsiders and provide an example of each aspect of characterization for the character
1. The Character's Appearance
2. The Character's Actions
3. The Character's Speech
4. The Character's Thoughts
5. What Others Say About the Character
500
Describe the Man vs. Society Conflict seen in The Outsiders
Dependent on student answer
500
What is the stereotypical view of Greasers? Cite an example from the text that proves this stereotype is wrong