Chapter 1 "The Outsiders"
Why did Ponyboy enjoy going to the movies alone? Give at least one reason.
Ponyboy enjoys going to the movies alone because he can watch movies without being disturbed, so he can get into the movie and live the movie with the actors. When he sees a movie with someone it's kind of uncomfortable for him, it's like having someone read your book over your shoulder.
What does Cherry throw in Dally's face and why?
Cherry throws a Coke in Dally's face because he makes rude and disrespectful comments to her and Marcia.
Feud
a prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute
Hot means
recently stolen
Who is the oldest Greaser (20 yrs old), who was once a star football player, but is now like a father figure to both his younger brothers.
Darry
What major event occurs to Ponyboy in the beginning of Chapter 1?
In the beginning of Chapter 1, the major event that occurs is that Ponyboy gets jumped by the Socs walking home from the movies.
What are two rules that Greasers believe in?
1. Greasers should stick together.
2. Don't get caught.
Original
something inventive, unusual, or creative; imaginative
to steal something
Who is toughest, coldest and meanest of the Greasers. He was arrested at the age of 10 and spent time in jail in NY. He often gets drunk, rides in rodeos, jumps small kids, lies, cheats, steals. This Greasers is the biggest trouble maker of them all.
Dally
What happens to Darry, Soda and Ponyboy's parents?
Darry, Sodapop and Ponyboy's parents were killed an automobile accident.
Why did Cherry and Marcia talk to Ponyboy and Johnny?
Cherry and Marcia talk to Ponyboy and Johnny because they stick up for the girls and protect them from Dally. Also, the boys came across as nice Greasers and not tough guys.
Rebellious
showing a desire to resist authority, control, or convention
boozehound
somebody who drinks alcohol in large quantities
Who is the narrator in the novel that is 14 years old, has a high IQ. He's in the high honor classes, digs books and the movies.
Ponyboy
Why is Darry so hard and tough on Ponyboy?
Darry has to take on the role of a father figure to both Ponyboy and SodaPop, his brothers. Darry comes across as harsh and cruel to Ponyboy because he has high expectations for him. He knows he's intelligent and can someday make something of himself and live a better life.
Why was the attack on Johnny so traumatic(shocking, upsetting) to him? (pg. 33)
Nonchalantly
In a casually calm and released manner
a blade is...
a knife/something sharp
Who is the Greaser with dark skin, very thin and tall. He is known as the gang’s pet. He also comes from a troubled home life where his father is always beating him up and his mom ignores him.
Johnny
What does this quote mean," If it hadn't been for the gang, Johnny would never have known what love and affection are".(pg.12)
I think what Ponyboy means by this quote is that Johnny needs the gang for support, to feel like he has a family system, which he would not otherwise have because his parents do not care for him the way that they should. They are together because they are all "outsiders." They find togetherness and are bound by the fact that they would otherwise be alone if it were not for one another.
What does Cherry mean when she says, THINGS ARE ROUGH ALL OVER". (pg. 35)
Cherry means that everyone has issues and problems regardless of their gang affiliation, social group, or amount of money they have. She even tells Ponyboy the Socs have 'troubles you've never even heard of.
Innocent
not guilty of a crime or offense
being "jumped" means
to get beaten up by suprise
Who is the Greaser that is happy-go-lucky always smiling and looks out for his younger brother. He is also seen as a handsome fella and high school drop out.
Sodapop