English Flashcards
Describe the opening conflict of the story.
In chapter 1 of The Outsiders, there is conflict between Ponyboy and the Socs. On his way home from the movies he faces five Socs. A fight occurs, and Ponyboy is held down and punched a few times.
Knowledge about details regarding Johnny’s personal life
That he was probably abused, and not cared for because he gets described as a lost puppy.
What happens as a result of Darry slapping Ponyboy?
Ponyboy runs away with Johnny, and Johnny ends up killing a Soc, and then they have to hide in a church.
What tone is demonstrated by the characters in the scene just after Bob’s death?
After Bob dies, everyone feels really sad and guilty. The mood is serious, and the characters are worried about what happened.
Types of figurative language and be able to identify examples from the text. (Refer back to figurative language notes posted in our Outsiders Slides)
The book uses figurative language like similes and metaphors. For example, when Ponyboy talks about sunsets, it shows how beautiful things can be, even when life is tough.
Review the church fire scene and how Johnny seemed different.
Johnny seemed to not be afraid for once in his life.
Review the scene where Darry and Ponyboy see each other in the hospital and think about the importance of this scene.
When Darry and Ponyboy see each other in the hospital, it shows how much they care about one another. They realize they’ve misunderstood each other.
What does Darry say Ponyboy’s biggest problem is?
Darry thinks Ponyboy’s biggest problem is that he doesn’t see how tough life really is. He wants Ponyboy to be more aware of reality.
Review the scene where Cherry and Ponyboy are talking about the differences between the Socs and Greasers. Make note of the differences.
In a talk between Cherry and Ponyboy, they discuss how Socs are rich and have it easier, while Greasers struggle more. They both realize they have some things in common.
What point of view is the story written from?
The story is told from Ponyboy’s point of view. This helps us understand his feelings and thoughts better.
Review the scene where Randy pulls Ponyboy aside to talk to him before the rumble. Make note of the details of the conversation.
Randy talks to Ponyboy before the big fight. He says fighting won’t fix anything and that they need to think about what really matters. This shows Randy’s wish for peace.
Types of conflict and be able to identify examples from the text. (Refer back to the conflict notes posted in our Outsiders Slides)
The book has different types of conflict:
Person vs. Person: Like when Ponyboy fights with the Socs.
Person vs. Self: Johnny’s struggle with being scared.
Person vs. Society: The Greasers fighting against how people see them.
What was the reason Ponyboy wrote the story to begin with?
Ponyboy writes this story to share his life and help others understand what it’s like to be a Greaser. He wants to show that they’re not all bad.
Knowledge of elements of plot and how to identify them in the text (Refer back to the plot element notes posted in our Outsiders Slides)
The plot includes:
Exposition: Introducing the characters and their world.
Rising Action: Tensions grow between the Greasers and Socs.
Climax: The big moment when Bob dies and the church burns.
Falling Action: What happens after the fire and fights.
Resolution: Ponyboy thinks about everything he learned.
Review the scene with the “Stay Gold” poem and specifically think about the importance of that poem in the story
The “Stay Gold” poem is important because it talks about keeping your innocence and beauty in life. It reminds characters to hold onto what is good.
