Vocabulary Practice
The unlawful killing of a human being
What is manslaughter?
What reason does Johnny give for not wanting to die?
What is because he was too young. He hadn't seen enough of the world.
A word that means physical strength
What is brawn?
Darry's back was sore because he did this at work.
What is carried two bundles of shingles up the ladder to the roof?
This character is famous for his 10 inch switchblade.
A forewarning
What is a premonition?
What injuries did Johnny get in the fire?
What is he had serious burns and a broken back.
Happening over and over again, like Pony Boy's dream
What is recurring?
A Soc who didn't respect PB or any other greaser until his best friend died.
Who is Randy?
This is the name of Soda's Horse.
What is Mickey Mouse?
To draw off to a different course or purpose. To distract.
What is divert?
What does Pony Boy realize when he sees Darry crying in the hospital?
What is that Darry loves him, and was just trying to make sure the Pony Boy was well cared for.
Saving the six kids from the burning church was a daring _______________.
What is exploit?
He is Dally's best friend and Rodeo buddy.
Who is Buck Merril?
The name of the town Dally tells Johnny and Pony Boy to go to to hide.
What is Windrixville?
A strong belief
What is conviction?
Who rode to the hospital with Pony Boy in the ambulance?
Who is Jerry Woods?
A synonym for something you see that is unbelievable or horrifying
What is aghast?
She is Soda Pop's girlfriend.
Who is Sandy?
The reason Dally doesn't want Johnny to turn himself in.
Dally is afraid it would change Johnny.
What is rivalry?
The newspaper mentions Pony Boy is good at this sport.
Pony Boy and Johnny did not want to be labeled _________________ (young people who commit crimes).
What is delinquent?
The kind of car that Cherry drives.
What is a red Corvette?