Plot
What did the Socs threatened to do to Ponyboy when they jumped him after the movie in Chapter 1?
To cut his hair off.
Why is it just the 3 Curtis brothers living in the house?
Their parents passed in a car accident and Darry didn't go to college to raise them so they weren't seperated.
What is the name of Sodapop's horse?
Mickey Mouse
What is the main conflicting difference between the Greasers and the Socs?
Greasers are poor, made out to look bad
Socs are rich, only looks good in the public
Why is Ponyboy different from the rest of the Greasers?
He likes school, movies, and books, "smart".
Who said "Things are rough all over" and what did she mean?
Cherry - She meant everyone has problems, even if you can't see them/they look different than yours.
What caused this?
What is the name of the city Dally tells Ponyboy and Johnny to go hide out in?
Windrixville
What information does Dally bring the boys at the church?
Cherry is spying on the Socs for the Greasers and they are going to have a big rumble.
In what 3 ways did Johnny care for Ponyboy in the church?
Getting groceries
Helped disguise him
Got him a book to entertain/distract him
Cause: The Socs trying to drown Ponyboy.
What was the effect (what happened next)?
Johnny kills Bob
Why was it hard for the boys to change their hair to disguise themselves?
Their hair is a part of their "Greaser" identity.
Why does Johnny decide to turn himself in?
He feels bad the Darry and Sodapop were so worried and he realizes it was just self defense.
How did Johnny feel about Dally?
He sees Dally as a hero and an inspiration.
Effect: Ponyboy running away from home.
What was the cause?
Darry hits him during an argument, making Ponyboy think Darry hates him and doesn't want him at home.
What book did Johnny get for Ponyboy?
Gone with the Wind
What happens at the church?
They accidentally burn it down from a lit cigarette.
Why does Cherry help the Greasers?
She felt the whole mess was her fault.
Effect: Johnny was burned badly and his back was broken. Dally burned him arm. Ponyboy had smoke inhalation.
What caused this?
Them trying to save the children from the church fire.