Characters
Who is the Soc girl Ponyboy talks to at the drive-in?
Cherry Valance
What does Darry do that upsets Ponyboy?
Darry slaps him
What does Cherry reveal about Socs?
They have problems too, although their problems are different.
Why is Ponyboy and Cherry's conversation important?
It challenges stereotypes and shows that people from opposing groups can connect.
"Things are rough all over, but it was better that way." Who says this?
Ponyboy
Who is Cherry's friend at the drive-in?
Marcia
Where do Ponyboy and Johnny go after Ponyboy runs away?
They go to the park
Name one similarity between Ponyboy and Cherry
They both appreciate sunsets
What might the sunset symbolize?
A shared experience that connects people despite social differences.
"You watch the sunset too?" Who is speaking to Ponyboy?
Cherry Valance
Why is Johnny's decision to stand up to Dally significant?
Johnny is usually quiet and nervous, but he stands up for what he believes is right
What happens when Ponyboy wakes up after falling asleep in the lot?
Johnny tells him it is late and he needs to get home. Darry is angry.
How does Cherry challenge Ponyboy's assumptions about Socs?
She explains that Socs have struggles too, showing that wealth does not make life perfect
What message might Hinton be developing about judging others?
People are more complex than the labels society gives them.
"We're all we have left. We ought to be able to stick together against anything." Who says this?
Sodapop
Why does Ponyboy feel like Darry doesn't love him?
He is hard on Ponyboy
Why does Cherry leave with Bob instead of staying with Ponyboy and the Greasers?
She wants to prevent a fight between the Socs and Greasers.
What does Cherry say is a major difference between the Socs and Greasers and how they express their feelings?
Socs hide or suppress their emotions, while greasers feel things intensely and express them.
Why might Ponyboy trust Johnny more than Darry at this point?
Johnny understands Ponyboy's emotions and doesn't judge him as harshly.
“You don't yell at him!” Who says this?
Ponyboy