outsiders comprehention ch 9 Flashcards
Pony thinks the only good reason to fight is…?
self defense
Pony believes that he and Darry are both going to “get somewhere.” What does he mean by that? Do you believe they have a choice in the matter?
They are going to de better for themselves economically. Yes, they have a choice, everyone does
Why, according to Ponyboy, do people usually think that any trouble is the fault of the greasers and not the socs? In your opinion, is that a true assumption?
The stereotype of the Socs being well behaved and well dressed. Since the greaser aren’t well dressed, they aren’t well behaved.
What are the rules for the rumble?
No weapons and first to run away loses.
Who actually steps up to start the rumble? Who is his opponent and how does it happen that he is able to take the first swing? What is ironic about the two boys fighting against each other?
Darry steps up and starts with his ex-friend Paul. Paul is the first to swing.
Which side wins the rumble? What determines the winner?
the greasers win because the socs run away.
Where do the boys go as soon as the rumble ends? Convey what happens as they are on their way in Buck’s car. How do they manage to get let off by the police?
The gang goes and visits Johnny. They get pulled over, but Dally lied and said Pony got hurt in a motorcycle incident so they got let off.
What were Johnny’s last words to Ponyboy? What do you think he meant?
Johnny’s last words are stay gold. By that he meant keep your innocence no matter what.
Why does Soda bolt out the door?
Soda is sick of being in the middle of Pony and Darry’s fights, and Sandy refuses to read his letter.
