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Who is the author of the book 'The Outsiders'?
Who is the author of the book 'The Outsiders'?
What is the main setting of the story?
What is the main setting of the story?
The story is told from the perspective of which character?
The story is told from the perspective of which character?
Which two rival gangs are portrayed in the book?
Which two rival gangs are portrayed in the book?
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What is Ponyboy's last name?
What is Ponyboy's last name?
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Which character is the youngest brother of Ponyboy?
Which character is the youngest brother of Ponyboy?
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What is the name of the Soc who befriends Ponyboy?
What is the name of the Soc who befriends Ponyboy?
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Who wrote the book 'The Outsiders'?
Who wrote the book 'The Outsiders'?
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What is the name of the poem recited by Johnny to Ponyboy?
What is the name of the poem recited by Johnny to Ponyboy?
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What is the name of the Curtis brothers' deceased parents?
What is the name of the Curtis brothers' deceased parents?
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Study Notes
'The Outsiders' Book Summary
- The author of the book 'The Outsiders' is S.E. Hinton.
Setting and Narrative
- The main setting of the story is in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in the 1960s.
- The story is told from the perspective of Ponyboy Curtis, the protagonist.
Characters and Groups
- The two rival gangs portrayed in the book are the Greasers and the Socs (Short for Socials).
- Ponyboy's last name is Curtis.
Curtis Family
- Sodapop is the youngest brother of Ponyboy.
Friendship and Quotes
- Cherry Valance is the Soc who befriends Ponyboy.
- The poem "Nothing Gold Can Stay" by Robert Frost is recited by Johnny to Ponyboy.
Family Background
- The Curtis brothers' parents are deceased.
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Test your understanding of "The Outsiders" with this 8th grade assessment. Practice citing textual evidence, analyzing dialogue and incidents, and determining the meaning of words and phrases in the text. This quiz aligns with RL.8.1, RL.8.3, and RL.8.4 standards, helping you to deepen your comprehension of the novel.
