Characters
Who Is ponyboys Oldest Brother
Darry.
Where do Ponyboy and Johnny hide after Bob's death?
An abandoned church in windrixville
I am the narrator and youngest Curtis brother. Who am I?
Ponyboy
Zombie apocalypse! Which Greaser would you choose as your teammate? WHY?
Any answer with a convincing character-based reason. Example: Dally because he is tough and street-smart.
Name the TWO rival social groups in the novel.
Greasers and socs
Which Curtis brother works at a petrol station and loves horses?
Sodapop
What book do Ponyboy and Johnny read while hiding?
Gone with the wind
I help Ponyboy and Johnny escape and give them money and a gun. Who am I?
Dally
Which character would be the bravest entering a haunted house? Explain.
Award points for a convincing reason linked to the character's personality.
What does Ponyboy realise about Darry at the hospital?
That Darry genuinely loves and worries about him.
Which Greaser is known for being tough and getting into trouble with the police?
What happens to the church in Chapter 6?
It burns down
I am a Soc who tells Ponyboy that things are rough all over. Who am I?
Cherry
Which Greaser would be the WORST at keeping a Halloween secret? Why?
Any plausible answer supported by their personality.
What important decision does Johnny make before the church fire?
to turn himself in
Who is the red-haired Soc girl Ponyboy meets at the drive-in?
Cherry Valance
Why do Ponyboy and Johnny run into the burning church?
To rescue trapped children
I decide to turn myself in to the police. Who am I?
Johnny
The abandoned church is haunted! What would Johnny say if he heard a ghost?
Award points for a funny, believable line that suits Johnny's character.
How do Ponyboy and Johnny challenge stereotypes about Greasers?
They show courage and kindness by saving children, proving Greasers aren't all dangerous troublemakers.
Which character is seriously injured by a falling beam during the church fire?
Johnny
Where does Ponyboy reunite with Darry and Sodapop?
the Hospital
I seem strict, but my reaction at the hospital shows how much I love Ponyboy. Who am I?
Darry
Which character would make the best hero in a horror movie? Give TWO reasons.
Any character supported by two convincing reasons from the novel.
Name TWO themes shown during the church fire and give an example of each.
Examples: bravery—rescuing children; sacrifice—risking their lives; friendship—Dally helping Johnny.