Characters
This character is the narrator of the book (first and last name)
Ponyboy Curtis
The story begins with Ponyboy leaving this place.
What is the movie theater?
This theme is shown through the divide between the Greasers and the Socs.
What is social class or social inequality?
This poem by Robert Frost is important in the story.
What is "Nothing Gold Can Stay"?
The Greasers live on this side of town.
What is the east side?
He is Ponyboy's older brother who takes care of him
Who is Darry?
This event sparks the central conflict between the Greasers and the Socs.
What is Jonny killing Bob?
Ponyboy and Cherry both enjoy this, showing they're not so different
What are sunsets?
This quote is often repeated: "Stay _____, Ponyboy."
What is Gold?
The Socs are short for this full name.
What are the Socials?
This character is described as the "pet" of the gang and has abusive parents
Who is Johnny Cade?
Ponyboy and Johnny hide out in this location - building and town
What is the church in Windrixville?
The phrase "Stay Gold" represents this idea
What is staying innocent or true to yourself?
What does long hair symbolize for the Greasers?
What is pride or identity?
This Soc talks to Ponyboy at the drive-in and understands bothsides.
Who is Cherry Valance?
This wisecracking Greaser loves cars and working at the gas station
Who is Sodapop?
This dramatic event causes Johnny's critical injuries.
What is the church fire?
Johnny writes a note to Ponyboy about this theme before he dies
What is preserving innocence or choosing to be good?
This item represents danger and protection in the story.
What is a switchblade?
The big fight between the Greasers an Socs is called this.
What is a rumble?
He is the toughest Greaser and helps Johnny and Ponyboy escape (his real name)
Who is Dallas Winston?
The story ends with Ponyboy doing this.
What is writing his English essay?
The struggle between violence and peace is shown when this character refuses to fight.
Who is Randy?
This item is used to save children and later becomes a symbol of heroism.
What is a burning church or fire?
This character switches sides by choosing not to fight anymore.
Who is Randy?