Ms. Newman Fun Facts
Where did Ms. Newman go to college?
Colorado State University
What are the 3 brothers' names in The Outsiders?
Ponyboy, Sodapop, & Darry
What part of the Hero's Journey sequence is when the hero physically leaves their familiar world/home for the first time?
Crossing of the Threshold
Who wrote the memoir Night?
Elie Weisel
Who convinces Paco to spike the punch at the Valentine's dance?
Trent
What is Ms. Newman's favorite color?
pastel yellow
Who does Johnny kill?
Bob
What part of the Hero's Journey sequence is the moment when the hero almost gives up and is feeling totally defeated?
The Abyss
What year did WW2 start?
1939
What band do Paco and Naomi both love?
The Beatles
How many pets does Ms. Newman have?
Bonus 100: what kind of animals are they?
3--two cats, one dog
What does Johnny say to Ponyboy right before he dies?
"Stay gold, Ponyboy. Stay gold."
What part of the Hero's Journey sequence is when the hero is forced to leave their home and embark on their journey?
The Call to Adventure
What was the name of Elie's religious mentor at the beginning of the novel?
Moishe the Beadle
Why did Naomi break up with Trent?
His fight with Octavius, being racist, his meltdown at the basketball game, his insecurities, etc...
How many tattoos does Ms. Newman have?
12
How did Ponyboy's parents die?
car crash
What does the Rebirth mean?
The hero overcomes the abyss and conquers their challenges, finally growing into a true Hero.
What was the name of the concentration camp that Elie and his father spent the most time at?
Auschwitz-Birkenau
How much money does Trent pay Paco back for the tequila?
$50
What year was Ms. Newman born?
1995
What social issue does The Outsiders highlight--particularly in respect to the Socs & Greasers?
Classism
What does the Mastery of Both Worlds mean?
The Hero has now achieved mastery over both The Ordinary World and The Special World.
What social issue is hatred towards people of the Jewish faith?
Anti-semitism
What are 2 different social issues that the book Paco Jones highlights?
Racism, classism, bullying