Characters
Who is the narrator of the Outsiders?
Ponyboy
Why do Ponyboy and Johnny run away after the fight in the park?
Johnny kills Bob and they fear the police
Who says the quote “Stay gold, Ponyboy”?
Johnny
Name one theme explored in The Outsiders.
Friendship / Loyalty / Class division / Innocence
In which country is The Outsiders set?
The United States of America
Which character is Ponyboy’s older brother who is strict but deeply cares about him?
Darry
Where do Ponyboy and Johnny hide while they are on the run?
An abandoned church in Windrixville
What does “stay gold” mean in the context of the novel?
It means to stay innocent and good
How is loyalty shown among the Greasers?
The Greasers always support and protect each other
What time period is the novel set in?
1960's
Which character kills Bob Sheldon, and what leads to this moment?
Johnny Cade; Bob was drowning Ponyboy in the park
What happens at the church that changes how Ponyboy and Johnny are seen?
They rescue children from a fire and are seen as heroes
Which character says “Things are rough all over”?
Cherry
How does the novel show the division between Greasers and Socs?
Through wealth, neighbourhoods, and social treatment
How are the Greasers’ lives different from the Socs’ lives?
Greasers are poorer; Socs are wealthy and privileged
Which Greaser is known for being tough on the outside but sensitive and caring underneath?
Dally
Why is the rumble important to the Greasers?
It is about pride, respect, and ending the conflict with the Socs
Why is the poem “Nothing Gold Can Stay” important to Ponyboy and Johnny?
It shows that innocence and youth do not last forever
How does Johnny represent innocence in the story?
Johnny is gentle and deeply affected by violence
Why is the church an important setting in the novel?
It is where Ponyboy and Johnny hide and grow as characters
Which character changes the most by the end of the novel, and what causes this change?
Ponyboy; his experiences with violence, loss, and understanding others change him
How does Ponyboy’s English assignment connect to the ending of the novel?
Ponyboy writes about his own life, which becomes the novel
How does the phrase “stay gold” sum up one of the novel’s main messages?
It highlights the importance of holding onto innocence and kindness
How does Ponyboy’s view of the Socs change by the end of the novel?
Ponyboy realises Socs have problems and feelings too
How does the setting help explain the conflict between the Greasers and the Socs?
Social and economic differences create tension and violence