The Outsiders Chapter 2 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How do the boys get into the Nightly Double? Why do they choose to do that?

The boys sneak over the back of the fence into the Nightly Double without paying. They didn't pay because Dally liked to break laws whenever he could.

Why does Dally use vulgar and abrasive language with the girls at the movies?

To see if he could embarrass the girls.

How do the girls respond to the insults? From their reactions, what can you conclude about their personalities?

The girls snap back and tell Dally to stop. They are nice people, but they don't like being picked on.

Why is Ponyboy uncomfortable about Dally's behavior?

Ponyboy didn't like Dallas's behavior because the girls weren't their kind. Signup and view all the answers

Explain why the girls are okay with Johnny and Pony, but not Dally.

According to the girls, Ponyboy and Johnny are too sweet to hurt anyone. Signup and view all the answers

Why are the girls alone and without a car?

The girls are there without a car because they came with their boyfriends, but their boyfriends were drunk and they left. Signup and view all the answers

What does Two-Bit do that scares Johnny and Pony? Relate why it is especially frightening to Johnny.

He came up from behind and grabbed their shoulders. It was scary for Johnny because when you don't know that someone is behind you and then they grab your shoulder, it frightens you, and maybe he thought he was going to get jumped by a Soc again. Signup and view all the answers

What rule do the Greasers follow, besides 'stick together'? How do you think these rules came to be?

The other rule is don't get caught. The rules probably were made over time, then the 'rules' just became normal. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the attack on Johnny. Why do you think the attack was so traumatic to him?

The attack was vicious and ruthless. Socs came out of a blue Mustang and beat him up. The attack was so traumatic because he was beaten so badly he almost died. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nightly Double Entrance

The boys enter the Nightly Double by sneaking over the back fence to avoid paying admission.
Dally, known for enjoying breaking laws, influences their decision to sneak in.

Dally's Language

Dally employs vulgar and abrasive language to provoke and embarrass the girls he encounters at the movies.

Girls' Reactions

The girls respond to Dally's insults assertively, indicating they are strong-willed individuals who dislike being teased.

Ponyboy's Discomfort

Ponyboy feels uneasy about Dally's behavior as he perceives the girls as being different and not fitting with Dally's typical aggression.

Reception of Characters

The girls express that Ponyboy and Johnny are "too sweet" to cause harm, showing a contrast between their views of Dally and the two boys.

Girls' Situation

The girls are without a car because they arrived with their boyfriends, who abandoned them after getting drunk.

Two-Bit's Frightening Behavior

Two-Bit scares Johnny and Pony by unexpectedly grabbing their shoulders from behind.
This action frightens Johnny particularly due to his past trauma of being attacked by the Socs.

Greaser Rules

Besides the rule to "stick together," Greasers abide by the rule of "don’t get caught."
These rules have likely evolved over time through collective experiences and survival instincts.

Johnny's Traumatic Experience

Johnny was brutally attacked by Socs who emerged from a blue Mustang, resulting in significant physical harm.
The severity of the attack has lasting psychological effects on Johnny, making it a profoundly traumatic event for him.

Description

Explore key questions and answers from Chapter 2 of 'The Outsiders.' This flashcard set delves into the motivations and actions of the characters, offering insights into their personalities and circumstances. Perfect for studying or reinforcing understanding of the text.