The Outsiders Chapter 4 Flashcards

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Questions and Answers

Where do Ponyboy and Johnny go at the beginning of the chapter?

the park

Why is it strange that the Soc boys show up at the park?

The Socs live on the east side. The park is on the west side, the Greasers' home.

What do the Soc boys drive?

a blue Mustang

Why are the Soc boys angry at Ponyboy and Johnny?

Ponyboy and Johnny were walking with their girlfriends. Signup and view all the answers

How many Socs show up at the park? What are the names of two recognizable ones?

5, Randy and Bob Signup and view all the answers

What do the Soc boys wear?

blue madras Signup and view all the answers

How does Ponyboy attack the Socs?

He spits at them. Signup and view all the answers

How do the Socs attack Ponyboy?

They stick his head in the fountain. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Johnny kill? How? Why?

Bob, Johnny stabs him with his switchblade. He is angry at the Socs for trying to kill Ponyboy. Also, he is afraid that they might attack him like last time. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Ponyboy afraid of the police catching Johnny?

The police might kill Johnny with the electric chair. Ponyboy himself will be sent to the reformatory. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it strange that Johnny killed a boy?

He is the group's pet, and he usually does not do anything violent or gang-related. Signup and view all the answers

Who do Ponyboy and Johnny go to for help?

Dally Signup and view all the answers

Who is Buck Merril?

Dally's rodeo partner Signup and view all the answers

Where is Dally?

at Buck Merril's place Signup and view all the answers

What orders have Darry and Soda given Ponyboy about Buck Merril's place?

Never get caught within ten miles of the place. Signup and view all the answers

What was Dally doing before seeing Ponyboy and Johnny?

sleeping in the bedroom Signup and view all the answers

What items does Dally give Ponyboy and Johnny?

one of Buck Merril's T-shirts (for Ponyboy), a loaded gun, 50 bucks Signup and view all the answers

Where does Dally instruct Ponyboy and Johnny to go? What does he tell them to do once they get there?

to an abandoned church on Jay Mountain at Windrixville; go buy a week's supply of food, do not go outside the church after that Signup and view all the answers

When they first get to Windrixville, what does Johnny and Ponyboy notice about his appearance?

Ponyboy needs to comb his hair; his slouching makes him look like a thug. Signup and view all the answers

According to Johnny, what is the only trait that differentiates Ponyboy and Soda?

Soda has green eyes, while Ponyboy has grey eyes. Signup and view all the answers

While in Windrixville, for what does Ponyboy hope?

that everything currently happening is all just a dream Signup and view all the answers

Who does Ponyboy ask for directions? What lie does he give?

He asks a farmer on a tractor. Ponyboy tells him that his friends and he are playing army, and he is supposed to report to the headquarters on Jay Mountain. Signup and view all the answers

How long does it take to get to the church?

45 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Why do Ponyboy and Johnny not go to mass anymore?

They brought Soda, Steve, and Two-Bit with them, but the three could not sit silent and behave, embarrassing Ponyboy and Johnny. Signup and view all the answers

What is the word that Ponyboy gives to describe the church?

premonition Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Setting and Initial Conflict

Ponyboy and Johnny start their journey at the park, an area primarily associated with Greasers.
Soc boys appearing at the west side park is unexpected, as they typically reside on the east side.
The Socs arrive in a blue Mustang, symbolizing their wealth and status.

Confrontation Dynamics

Tension arises when the Socs express anger towards Ponyboy and Johnny over their interaction with their girlfriends.
A group of five Socs confronts Ponyboy and Johnny, including notable figures Randy and Bob.
Socs are typically characterized by their blue madras clothing.

Violent Encounter

Ponyboy attempts to assert himself by spitting at the Socs, escalating the confrontation.
The Socs retaliate by submerging Ponyboy’s head in the fountain, showcasing their brutality.
In a moment of desperation, Johnny fatally stabs Bob with a switchblade, driven by rage and fear from previous encounters with Socs.

Aftermath and Consequences

Ponyboy fears severe consequences if the police catch Johnny, including the death penalty or incarceration.
Johnny’s act of violence is particularly shocking as he is generally viewed as the group's sensitive member.
Seeking refuge, Ponyboy and Johnny turn to Dally for assistance.

Dally's Aid and Directions

Dally, characterized by his relationships such as with rodeo partner Buck Merril, provides critical aid to the boys from his location.
He gives Ponyboy and Johnny practical items: Buck's T-shirt, a loaded gun, and $50 for expenses.
Dally instructs them to hide in an abandoned church on Jay Mountain and cautions against leaving the site.

Arrival in Windrixville

Ponyboy notices his appearance significantly changes, including needing to comb his hair and slouching, which contributes to a thug-like image.
Johnny observes that the only distinguishing feature between him and Soda is their eye color; Soda has green eyes, while Ponyboy's are gray.

Reflection and Daily Life

In Windrixville, Ponyboy clings to the hope that their current situation is merely a dream.
Needing guidance, he fabricates a story about playing army to a local farmer while asking for directions.
The journey to the church takes about 45 minutes, highlighting their escape from the city.

Ponyboy and Johnny have stopped attending mass due to the disruptive behavior of their friends, indicating the challenges Greasers face in social settings.
Ponyboy uses the term "premonition" to describe the church, suggesting a sense of foreboding regarding their choices and future.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 4 from 'The Outsiders' with these flashcards. This quiz focuses on key events and characters as Ponyboy and Johnny confront the Socs in the park. Understand the dynamics between the Greasers and Socs through these important questions.