The Outsiders Chapter 7 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What happened to Johnny after the fire?

He had a 3rd degree burn and got his legs paralyzed.

After reading the morning paper, what is Ponyboy's biggest fear?

He will be put into the boys' home.

What does the narrator mean when he says, 'serious reality has a hard time coming through Soda but when it does, it hits him hard'?

What does Ponyboy's nightmare seem to foreshadow?

There will be a funeral in the future. Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication made about Soda's girlfriend Sandy?

She may be pregnant and had to move to Florida with her grandma. Signup and view all the answers

What is odd that Ponyboy says about Randy?

That he is not a Soc, he is just a guy. Signup and view all the answers

What is Randy's dilemma?

They don't know if he should leave town or stay because of the fight. Signup and view all the answers

How has Ponyboy's view of the Socs changed?

Not all Socs can be bad and mean to the Greasers. Signup and view all the answers

What are Ponyboy, Darry, and Soda doing in the hospital while waiting for news on the other boys?

They are answering questions from the news reporters and getting their pictures taken. Signup and view all the answers

What are the conditions of Dally and Johnny?

Dally would be okay in a couple of days and might have a scar, but Johnny was in critical condition. Signup and view all the answers

When Ponyboy was making breakfast, who came to their house?

Two-Bit and Steve. Signup and view all the answers

What do Two-Bit and Steve show Ponyboy?

They show him the newspaper and the article he is in with Soda and Darry. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ponyboy learn from the article?

That he and Soda might be put in a boys' home. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ponyboy tell Darry that scares him?

That he had one of his nightmares last night. Signup and view all the answers

When Ponyboy and Two-Bit went out and started walking, who confronted them?

They were confronted by Randy the Soc in the blue Mustang who wanted to talk to Ponyboy. Signup and view all the answers

What does Randy tell Ponyboy?

He tells Ponyboy that Bob was always treated like royalty in his house and nothing was ever his fault according to his parents. Signup and view all the answers

What does Randy plan on doing?

He plans on leaving town and running away. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ponyboy realize about the Socs?

That they were human too. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Johnny's Condition After the Fire

Johnny suffered third-degree burns and was left with paralysis in his legs.

Ponyboy's Fear

Ponyboy fears being placed in a boys' home after reading the morning paper.

Soda's Reality

Soda struggles to confront serious reality, which hits him hard when it does.

Ponyboy's Nightmare

Ponyboy's nightmare suggests an impending funeral, hinting at future tragic events.

Sandy's Implication

Sandy, Soda's girlfriend, may be pregnant and moved to Florida to live with her grandmother.

Randy's True Nature

Ponyboy perceives Randy as just an ordinary guy rather than a typical Soc.

Randy's Dilemma

Randy grapples with whether to leave town or stay in the aftermath of the fight.

Changed View of Socs

Ponyboy's view shifts; not all Socs are antagonistic or cruel towards the Greasers.

Hospital Scene

Ponyboy, Darry, and Soda awaiting news in the hospital, engage with reporters and take photos.

Conditions of Dally and Johnny

Dally is expected to recover in a few days with potential scarring; Johnny is critical.

Visitors During Breakfast

Two-Bit and Steve visit Ponyboy while he prepares breakfast.

Newspaper Article

Two-Bit and Steve show Ponyboy a newspaper article featuring him, Soda, and Darry.

Boys' Home Threat

Ponyboy realizes from the article that he and Soda could be sent to a boys' home.

Nightmare's Impact

Ponyboy shares his nightmare with Darry, causing Darry concern.

Confrontation with Randy

Ponyboy and Two-Bit are confronted by Randy in a blue Mustang, who seeks to talk.

Randy's Insights on Bob

Randy reveals Bob was raised to believe he was always in the right due to his parents' treatment.

Randy's Plans

Randy intends to leave town and escape from his current situation.

Humanizing Socs

Ponyboy comes to understand that Socs are human too, breaking down preconceived notions.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 7 of 'The Outsiders' with these flashcards. Explore key events and character emotions as Ponyboy and the gang navigate the challenges they face. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of the text and preparing for discussions or exams.