Chapter 1
Who is the narrator of the story?
Ponyboy
Where do Ponyboy and Johnny meet Cherry and Marcia?
The drive-in movie theater.
Why does Ponyboy get into an argument with Darry?
Darry yells at him for being late
How does Ponyboy almost die in this chapter?
He is held under a fountain and nearly drowned.
What are the two rival groups in the novel?
Socs & Greasers
What does Cherry explain about the differences between the Socs and Greasers?
Socs have money but emotional problems; Greasers are poor but loyal
Where does Ponyboy go after running away?
Back to the park to meet Johnny
Who kills Bob?
Johnny
Who are Ponyboy's brothers?
Darry & Sodapop
How do Ponyboy and Johnny show respect towards Cherry?
They walk her home and are polite.
How does Ponyboy feel about Darry after hearing Johnny's opinion?
He realizes Darry truly cares about him
Who helps Ponyboy and Johnny after Bob is killed?
Dally
How is Ponyboy attacked at the beginning of the story?
He is jumped by the Socs while walking home from the movies.
Why do Cherry and Marcia leave with Bob and Randy?
To avoid trouble and conflict.
Why does Ponyboy decide to run away?
Darry slapped Ponyboy
What are Ponyboy and Johnny given prior to leaving?
A loaded gun, $50, and dry clothes
Why do the Socs dislike the Greasers?
Because of class differences. (money, appearance)
Why do the boys sneak into the drive-in?
What was the name of Sodapop's old horse?
Mickey Mouse
Where does Dally instruct Ponyboy and Johnny to go?
An abandoned church near Jay Mountain