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Who is the main character introduced in Chapter 1?
Ponyboy Curtis
What are the two rival groups in The Outsiders?
The Greasers and the Socs
True or False: Ponyboy is a Soc.
False
Fill in the blank: Ponyboy has ______ brothers.
two
What is the name of Ponyboy’s oldest brother?
Darrel (Darry) Curtis
What does Ponyboy enjoy doing in his free time?
Reading and watching movies
Multiple Choice: What is the setting of the story?
C. Tulsa, Oklahoma
How does Ponyboy feel about his hair?
He takes pride in it.
What happens to Ponyboy at the beginning of the book?
He is attacked by Socs.
Who are Ponyboy’s close friends?
Johnny Cade and Dallas ‘Dally’ Winston
What does the term ‘Greasers’ refer to?
A group of lower-class teenagers.
True or False: The Socs are portrayed as the wealthier group.
True
Fill in the blank: Ponyboy’s favorite book is ______.
Gone with the Wind
What is Ponyboy’s relationship with his brothers?
He feels a mix of love and pressure.
What do the Greasers and Socs represent in the story?
Social class conflict.
Multiple Choice: What does Ponyboy often feel about himself?
B. Insecure
Who is described as the ‘gang’s pet’?
Johnny Cade
What does Ponyboy mean when he refers to ‘the sunset’?
A symbol of beauty and hope.
What does the term ‘Soc’ stand for?
Socials
What action does Dally take when he meets Cherry and Marcia?
He tries to flirt with them.
What does Cherry Valance symbolize in the story?
Understanding and connection between classes.
True or False: Ponyboy is confident in his interactions with girls.
False
What event does Ponyboy recall that highlights the tension between the Greasers and Socs?
The rumble.
What does Ponyboy learn about the Socs from Cherry?
They have problems too.