Characters
Plot Points
Symbols
Themes
Quotes
100

This character is the protagonist and narrator of the story.

Who is Ponyboy Curtis?

100

The rumble between the greasers and the Socs takes place in this location.

Where is the vacant lot?

100

The symbol that represents the division between the greasers and the Socs.

What is the "line" or the "track"?

100

One of the central themes of the novel, it's the idea that people should not be judged solely based on their social status. (a common saying)

What is the theme of "Don't judge a book by its cover"?

100

his character famously says, "Stay gold, Ponyboy. Stay gold."

Who is Johnny Cade?

200

The oldest Curtis brother who is responsible for taking care of his younger siblings.

Who is Darry Curtis?

200

Johnny kills a Soc in self-defense when they threaten Ponyboy, leading to this major event in the story.

What is the murder of Bob Sheldon?

200

The emblem that the greasers wear to show their gang affiliation.

What is a switchblade or a blade?

200

The story emphasizes the importance of this aspect in a person's life and identity.

What is family?

200

"That was then, this is now" is a quote that reflects this character's outlook on life.

Who is Ponyboy Curtis?

300

The charismatic and daring member of the greasers who always has a switchblade.

Who is Dallas Winston (Dally)?

300

This is the name of the newspaper article written by Ponyboy at the end of the book.

What is "The Outsiders"?

300

This represents the connection between Ponyboy and Johnny and their desire for a better life.

What is the sunrise or "Gone with the Wind"?

300

The novel explores the concept of loyalty, as the greasers are fiercely loyal to one another.

What is loyalty?

300

This quote reflects the theme of identity: "I am a greaser. I am a JD and a hood. I blacken the name of our fair city."

Who is Ponyboy Curtis?

400

The youngest member of the gang and the gang's pet.  

Who is Johnny Cade?

400

Ponyboy recites this poem by Robert Frost to Johnny while they are in hiding.

What is "Nothing Gold Can Stay"?

400

The burning church symbolizes this concept in the story.

What is hope or rebirth?

400

This theme deals with the struggle to find one's place in the world and the search for identity.

What is the theme of "Coming of age"?

400

This character says, "I'm not afraid of them. It ain't gonna be that way."

Who is Dally Winston?

500

The tough and protective older brother of Ponyboy and Sodapop.

 Who is Sodapop Curtis?

500

The book's title, "The Outsiders," refers to the division between these two social groups. Who are the greasers and the Socs?

Who are the greasers and the Socs?

500

 This represents the harsh realities of life that Ponyboy and other greasers face.

What is the sunset?

500

This theme explores Jhonny's sitiation at home.

What is violence?

500

"You get tough like me and you don't get hurt. You look out for yourself and nothin' can touch you." This quote is attributed to this character.

Who is Dallas Winston (Dally)?

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