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The Outsiders Chapter 1 Quiz

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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?

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'?

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?

Sodapop Signup and view all the answers

What is Steve Randle's specialty?

Cars Signup and view all the answers

Which book did Ponyboy read for his English class, and what did he think about the characters?

Great Expectations, and he thought the characters reminded him of them Signup and view all the answers

Why does Ponyboy decide to run away with Johnny?

Darry hit him earlier that night Signup and view all the answers

What does Dally do to Cherry at the movie theater?

Dally buys Cherry a coke and she throws it in his face Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the Socs and the Greasers according to Ponyboy and Cherry?

The Socs are too cool and aloof to acknowledge their emotions, while the Greasers feel everything too intensely Signup and view all the answers

What does Ponyboy tell Cherry about Sodapop's old horse?

The horse's name was Mickey Mouse Signup and view all the answers

What does Johnny do after being beaten up by the Socs?

Johnny starts carrying a switchblade with him at all times Signup and view all the answers

What does Cherry tell Ponyboy before leaving with her boyfriend?

Cherry tells Ponyboy that she hopes she won't see Dally again, because she thinks she could fall in love with him Signup and view all the answers

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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Test your knowledge on Chapter 1 of 'The Outsiders' by S.E. Hinton. Explore the characters, setting, and main conflicts as narrated by Ponyboy in this classic novel.