Characters
Events
Themes and Ideas
100

Who is the narrator of the novel?

Who is Ponyboy?

100

What happens to Ponyboy at the very beginning of the novel?

What is jumped by Socs?

100

What is the main conflict between the two groups in the novel?

What is class conflict? (Greasers vs Socs)

200

Which character is Ponyboy's best friend and comes from an abusive home?

Who is Johnny Cade?

200

Where do Ponyboy and Johnny hide after the park incident?

What is an abandoned church in Windrixville?

200

What message is shown through Cherry's idea that "things are tough all over"?

What is everyone has struggles or problems are a shared human experience

300

Which Greaser is known for his love of jokes and stealing things?

Who is Two-bit Matthews?

300

What major event causes Johnny to get injured?

What is a church fire?

300

What does "Stay gold" mean?

What is innocence, goodness and staying true to yourself?

400

Which Soc girl befriends Ponyboy and sees similarities between Socs and Greasers?

Who is Cherry Valance?

400

What is the purpose of the rumble between the Socs and Greasers?

What is settling conflict/proving dominance?

400

How does the novel challenge stereotypes about gangs?

What is showing individuals are more complex than labels?

500

Which character hides his caring nature behind a tough, criminal exterior and is deeply affected by Johnny's illness?

Who is Dallas Winston?

500

What happens immediately after Johnny dies that shows the emotional impact on another character?

What is Dally robs a store and is shot by police?

500

How are the Greasers and Socs similar despite their differences?

What is both experience pain, emotions and pressure despite class differences?