Questions and Answers
What does Ponyboy do after the hospital?
He wanders around for hours in disbelief that Johnny is dead. A stranger gives him a ride home.
Who is at Ponyboy's house when he gets there?
The gang
When Ponyboy tells the gang Johnny is dead, what does he realize about Dally?
Johnny was the only thing Dally loved
What does Ponyboy tell the gang about Dally?
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Who calls the Curtis house and why?
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What does Dally get from his waistband when the cops get to the lot?
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What does Ponyboy realize about the gun?
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What happens when the police see the gun?
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What does Ponyboy mean when he says, 'Dallas Winston wanted to be dead, and he always got what he wanted'?
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What happens to Ponyboy after Dally is shot?
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What is wrong with Ponyboy? Why did he faint?
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Who did Johnny give Gone with the Wind to, and what happened?
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What does Darry make for Pony when he wakes up?
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When Pony asks Darry if the courts are going to separate the boys, what is his response?
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Study Notes
Ponyboy's Journey
- After leaving the hospital, Ponyboy wanders in disbelief over Johnny's death before receiving a ride home from a stranger.
- Upon returning home, Ponyboy finds the gang gathered at his house, concerned for him.
Dally's State of Mind
- Ponyboy realizes Johnny was the only person Dally truly loved, deepening Dally's grief.
- He expresses to the gang that Dally is "about to explode," indicating Dally's fragile mental state.
Dally's Desperate Actions
- Dally calls the Curtis house to inform them he has robbed a grocery store and is heading to the lot to hide.
- Dally pulls a gun from his waistband when police arrive at the lot, escalating the situation.
The Gun Incident
- Ponyboy realizes the gun Dally brandishes is unloaded, but the police are unaware of this fact.
- The police react to the sight of the gun by opening fire on Dally.
Dally's Fate
- Ponyboy interprets Dally's desire to die, remarking that Dally always got what he wanted, reflecting Dally's overwhelming sadness over Johnny's death.
- After witnessing the shooting, Ponyboy faints due to exhaustion, shock, and a minor concussion from a previous altercation.
Johnny's Legacy
- Johnny entrusted the book "Gone with the Wind" to a nurse, who preserves it to return to Ponyboy later.
Post-Incident Care
- Darry prepares soup for Ponyboy when he regains consciousness, showcasing his caring nature.
- When Ponyboy inquires about the possibility of the courts separating the brothers, Darry admits he doesn't know, adding to the uncertainty surrounding their future.
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Test your knowledge of key events and characters from Chapter 10 of 'The Outsiders'. This quiz will help you recall details about Pony Boy's experiences and the impact of Johnny's death on Dally and the group. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of this pivotal chapter.
