Characters
I was described as tougher, colder, meaner than the other Greasers.
Dallas Winston
What is the exposition?
Ponyboy introduces himself as the narrator and explains the Greasers vs Socs dynamic. Also, gives information on each Greaser gang member.
This car is the symbol of the Socs.
Blue mustang.
This character scares Johnny at the movies.
Two-Bit
Which point of view is The Outsiders written in?
1st Person
I am attracted to Dally, but afraid to fall in love with him.
Cherry Valance
What is the falling action?
Ponyboy reads the heartwarming letter from Johnny.
Two-Bits prized possession that he gives to Dally.
black-handled switch blade.
Why did Sodapop not marry Sandy?
She moved to Florida with her grandma.
What is the setting and time period of The Outsiders?
Tulsa, Oklahoma. 1960's.
I get along with Two-Bit because we both have a good sense of humor.
Marcia
What is the climax?
Ponyboy becomes more mature as a result of his experiences and learns to appreciate his older brother, Darry. The climax is cinched when he comes to terms with the deaths of Johnny and Dally.
Johnny bought this for Ponyboy, but he ends up enjoying it just as much himself.
Gone With The Wind
What causes Ponyboy to run back to the park with Johnny?
What is the genre of The Outsiders?
Realistic Fiction
I was Bob’s best friend and refused to attend the rumble.
Randy
What is the rising action (name all of them)
1. Johnny kills Bob
2. Pony and Johnny run away
3. Church burns down and Johnny injures his back
4. Socs and Greasers have a rumble which the Greasers win.
Darry says if they ever start making these in chocolate flavor, Ponyboy will be set.
Cigarettes
According to Randy why did Bob always get into trouble?
His parents gave in to him too much and he was looking for attention.
What is the theme of The Outsiders?
Don't judge a book by its cover.
Who is Ponyboy's English teacher?
Mr. Syme
What is the conflict?
Ponyboy needs to mature and not take his family for granted.
Ponyboy and Johnny are lucky because this prized possession regenerates.
Their hair.
He didn't want Johnny to be hardened like him.
Who wrote the poem that Ponyboy quotes?
Robert Frost