The Greasers
This is the name of the youngest member of the Greaser gang and the narrator of the story
Who is Ponyboy Curtis
This is the type of car that the Socs Cherry and Marcia arrive in at the drive-in
What is a Sting Ray (or a blue Mustang)?
This character offers Ponyboy and Johnny money and a plan to help them after the rumble at the park.
Who is Dally Winston?
this is the subject Ponyboy enjoys in school, setting him apart from some of the other Greasers.
What is English (or literature or reading)?
This is what Ponyboy and Johnny do that lands them in trouble after the movie
What is getting jumped by the Socs?
This is the preferred weapon of some Greasers in rumbles, often carried in their back pockets
what is a switchblade,
This is the social class that the Socs belong to, often associated with wealth and privilege.
What is upper class or rich?
his is the comforting action that Cherry Valance takes towards Ponyboy after a difficult conversation about the differences between the Greasers and Socs
What is offering him a ride home (or simply talking to him kindly)?
Ponyboy often feels this way about his older brother Darry, despite knowing Darry cares for him
What is misunderstood or resentful or that Darry is too hard on him?
This is the specific crime Johnny commits that forces him and Ponyboy to flee Tulsa
What is manslaughter (or killing Bob)?
This Greaser is known for his dark hair slicked back, his dangerous reputation, and his loyalty to the gang
who is Dallas "Dally" Winston
This Soc recognizes Ponyboy and Johnny at the drive-in and later has a conversation with Ponyboy about the differences between the gangs.
Who is Cherry Valance?
While hiding out, this character takes on the responsibility of getting supplies, showing care for Ponyboy and Johnny
Who is Johnny Cade?
Ponyboy is particularly sensitive to this Greaser's vulnerability and quiet nature, feeling protective of him
Who is Johnny Cade?
This is the name of the town where Ponyboy and Johnny hide out to avoid the police.
What is Windrixville?
Besides loyalty, this is another key characteristic that the Greasers value highly amongst themselves.
What is toughness or being "tough"?
This is the reason Cherry Valance says Socs are always going around trying to pick fights with the Greasers.
What is boredom (or because they have too much and feel nothing)?
Despite their rivalry, this Soc shows concern for the injured Greasers after the church fire
Who is Randy Adderson?
This is Ponyboy's initial reaction and feeling when he and Johnny realize they have to run away from Tulsa.
What is fear or panic or disbelief?
This dangerous activity that Ponyboy and Johnny engage in while hiding out worries Johnny because of a previous traumatic experience.
What is fire (or being near fire)?
This is the town where the Greasers and Socs primarily reside and where their conflicts take place
What is Tulsa?
This violent act committed by a group of Socs against Johnny Cade leaves him deeply traumatized and fearful
What is the beating (or jumping)?
What is rescuing the children from the burning church?
This selfless act, performed by Ponyboy and Johnny during the church fire, puts their own lives at risk to save others
Through Ponyboy's eyes, this poem by Robert Frost takes on a significant meaning, especially after witnessing the sunrise.
What is "Nothing Gold Can Stay"?
This is the reason Dally gets into trouble with the police after finding Ponyboy and Johnny in Windrixville.
What is helping the fugitives (Ponyboy and Johnny)?