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What is the main conflict in the novel?
What is the main conflict in the novel?
- The conflict between Ponyboy and his academic struggles
- The conflict between Ponyboy and Darry
- The conflict between the greasers and the Socs (correct)
- The conflict between the greasers and their poverty
Which of the following is NOT mentioned about Dallas Winston?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned about Dallas Winston?
- He is known for his criminal activities from a young age
- He is considered the real character of the gang
- He was arrested when he was ten years old in New York
- He is the toughest member of the gang (correct)
What does Ponyboy mean when he says that someone is 'tuff'?
What does Ponyboy mean when he says that someone is 'tuff'?
- They are cool and sharp in their attitude (correct)
- They are tough and resilient in difficult situations
- They are physically strong and intimidating
- They are rough and aggressive in their behavior
Which character is described as looking like a movie star?
Which character is described as looking like a movie star?
What is Steve Randle's specialty?
What is Steve Randle's specialty?
Which book did Ponyboy read for his English class, and what did he think about the characters?
Which book did Ponyboy read for his English class, and what did he think about the characters?
Why does Ponyboy decide to run away with Johnny?
Why does Ponyboy decide to run away with Johnny?
What does Dally do to Cherry at the movie theater?
What does Dally do to Cherry at the movie theater?
What is the main difference between the Socs and the Greasers according to Ponyboy and Cherry?
What is the main difference between the Socs and the Greasers according to Ponyboy and Cherry?
What does Ponyboy tell Cherry about Sodapop's old horse?
What does Ponyboy tell Cherry about Sodapop's old horse?
What does Johnny do after being beaten up by the Socs?
What does Johnny do after being beaten up by the Socs?
What does Cherry tell Ponyboy before leaving with her boyfriend?
What does Cherry tell Ponyboy before leaving with her boyfriend?
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Study Notes
Main Characters and Background
- The story is narrated by Ponyboy Curtis, the main character.
- Ponyboy's family consists of his brothers Sodapop and Darry Curtis.
- The novel is set in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1965.
Chapters 1-2
- Ponyboy gets jumped by five Socs (Socials) on his way home from a movie.
- The Socs ask Ponyboy if he wants a haircut, symbolizing their superior attitude.
- Ponyboy's brother Darry is strict and looks out for his brothers.
- Ponyboy's friend Johnny is beaten up by Socs in a previous incident.
- Ponyboy meets Cherry Valance, a Soc cheerleader, at the movies.
Chapters 2-3
- Cherry and her friend Marcia leave their Soc boyfriends when they bring booze to the movies.
- Dally Winston gives Cherry a Coke, but she throws it in his face.
- Ponyboy walks Cherry and Marcia home, discussing their similar interests and backgrounds.
- Ponyboy realizes that Socs and greasers have different emotional responses to life.
Chapter 3
- Cherry hopes to avoid Dally, as she thinks she could fall in love with him.
- Ponyboy is hit by Darry for staying out late.
Chapters 3-4
- Ponyboy plans to run away with Johnny due to Darry's strictness.
- The blue Mustang, belonging to Cherry's Soc boyfriend Bob, passes by Ponyboy and Johnny.
- Five Socs, including Bob and Randy, approach Ponyboy and Johnny, leading to a potential conflict.
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