The Why
Why did Cherry spy for the greasers?
She felt responsible for Bob's death.
Who was the dark haired Soc that Cherry was dating?
Bob Sheldon
How did Johnny and Ponyboy get from the city to Windrixville?
The hopped a freight train.
Why does the judge let Ponyboy stay with his brothers?
Pony was messed up mentally from the deaths of his friends, and Darry was a good guardian.
Who wins the rumbe?
the greasers (with the help of the Brumly boys and Tim Shepard's gang)
Why does Ponyboy want to fight in the rumble?
For Johnny's sake.
Who wrote letters to Ponyboy in the story?
Sodapop and Johnny.
How did Two-Bit get his prized switchblade?
He shoplifted it.
How are Tim Shepard's gang and the greasers different?
Tim's gang is organized and has a leader. The greasers are just a group of friends who pal around together.
Who does Johnny compare Dally to?
A gallant Southern gentleman like in the book, Gone With the Wind.
Why did Pony Run away the first time?
Darry slapped him for coming home late.
Name one of the people who testifies at the hearing. (four people)
Cherry, Randy, Sodapop, and Darry
How do Johnny and Ponyboy disguise themselves while they are on the run?
They cut their hair and Pony bleaches his.
Why is Darry so strict with Pony?
He doesn't want Pony to get in trouble and have to go to a foster home.
How does Cherry gain Pony's respect?
She stands up to Dally, she realizes Johnny is scared and not a threat, and she admits Socs have problems too.
Why does Johnny kill Bob?
Johnny was trying to save Ponyboy from drowning. Johnny was also scared of being beaten up again.
Who was the teacher that rode in the ambulance with Ponyboy and called him and his friends heroes?
Jerry Wood
How did the fire in the church start?
Pony thinks it was their cigarettes.
When does Ponyboy accept Johnny's death?
After reading his note.
Which Soc decides not to fight in the rumble?
Randy.
Why did Dally pull an unloaded gun on the police?
He wanted to die. He didn't want to live in a world without Johnny.
Who is Soda's best friend and co-worker at the gas station?
Steve Randall
How do Johnny and Pony pass the time at the church?
They play cards (poker) and read the book, Gone With the Wind.
What is one thing that Socs have that greasers don't? (multiple answers)
Money, nice houses on the West side, mustangs (and other new cars), nice clothes like madras shirts.
What two people start the rumble?