Questions and Answers
Why did Cherry decide to help the greasers?
She knew that Bob probably led them to kill him because he was drinking. Also, she thought half of it was her fault.
Why did Johnny decide to turn himself in?
He never had any trouble with the police before and he only acted in self-defense. He also didn't want himself nor Ponyboy to be hiding for the rest of their lives.
Why did Ponyboy and Johnny go into the burning church?
To save children who were stuck inside because they felt guilty that the fire was most likely caused due to them.
What happened to Johnny, Ponyboy, and Dally due to the fire?
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When did Ponyboy realize that Darry really loved him?
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How did Ponyboy feel about his life now that he understood Darry?
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Study Notes
Cherry's Decision to Help
- Cherry believed Bob's death was partly her fault, as he was intoxicated.
- Her sense of responsibility motivated her to assist the greasers.
Johnny's Decision to Surrender
- Johnny felt he acted in self-defense and had no previous conflicts with law enforcement.
- He wanted to avoid living a life on the run and to face the consequences of his actions.
The Burning Church Incident
- Ponyboy and Johnny entered the burning church to rescue trapped children.
- Their guilt over potentially causing the fire prompted their heroic act.
Hospital Injuries After the Fire
- The trio of Johnny, Ponyboy, and Dally sustained injuries from the church fire.
- Johnny's condition was the most severe among the three.
Ponyboy's Revelation of Darry's Love
- Ponyboy recognized Darry's affection when he saw him in the hospital, visibly emotional.
- This moment changed Ponyboy's perspective on their relationship.
Ponyboy's New Perspective on Life
- Understanding Darry's love made Ponyboy feel fortunate to have supportive relationships.
- His appreciation for those who care about him grew significantly.
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Explore key moments and character decisions from 'The Outsiders' in this quiz. From Cherry's sense of responsibility to Ponyboy's newfound insights on Darry's love, test your understanding of pivotal events in the story. Ideal for those studying S.E. Hinton's classic novel.
