Questions and Answers
Why were television reporters interested in what happened to Ponyboy and Johnny?
What was Johnny's physical condition after the fire?
Johnny had burns on his broken back; he was in critical condition.
How did Ponyboy think Johnny's condition would affect his life?
If healed, he wouldn't be able to walk again.
What information did Ponyboy learn from the newspaper?
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Why did Randy want to talk to Ponyboy?
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Why didn't Randy want to fight in the upcoming rumble?
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What important discovery about individuals did Randy and Ponyboy make when they met at Tasty Freeze?
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Why do you think people act uncharacteristically when they are with a group or gang?
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Why did the doctor allow the boys to see Johnny?
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What did Ponyboy mean when he considered, 'Sixteen years on the streets and you see a lot. But all the wrong sights, not the sights you want to see.'?
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Why did Johnny refuse to see his mother?
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What was Dally going to do with Two-Bit's knife?
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Why was Ponyboy upset with Cherry?
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Do you think there is anything that can be done to stop the rumble?
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Study Notes
Media Attention
- Ponyboy and Johnny gained attention from television reporters as they were seen as greasers turned heroes after the fire incident.
Johnny's Condition
- Johnny suffered from severe burns, a broken back, and was in critical condition; recovery was uncertain, with the possibility of never walking again.
- Ponyboy understood this would permanently impact Johnny's life, preventing him from playing football or engaging in street fights, and exacerbating issues with his mother.
Family Concerns
- A newspaper revealed the potential for Ponyboy and his brothers to be taken away to a boy's home, heightening family tensions.
Randy's Visit
- Randy approached Ponyboy to discuss his feelings about running away and to inform him he wouldn’t participate in the upcoming rumble.
Perspective on Fighting
- Randy felt that fighting was pointless since class distinctions between greasers and socs would remain unchanged regardless of the outcome.
Insights on Identity
- Meeting Randy led to a significant realization: both boys recognized they were more than their social labels; Randy was just a boy, and Ponyboy was a good greaser.
Group Dynamics
- Individuals often change their behavior in group settings due to peer pressure and the desire to conform to group expectations.
Doctor’s Permission
- The doctor allowed Ponyboy and Dally to see Johnny, understanding that this would be inconsequential as Johnny's condition was terminal.
Life Experiences
- Ponyboy reflected on his and Johnny's experiences, noting that their lives were filled with negative sights of violence and hardship, overshadowing any moments of hope or love.
Johnny's Refusal
- Johnny chose not to see his mother, believing she would only come to scold him for bringing trouble into their lives.
Dally's Desperation
- Dally planned to use Two-Bit's knife to threaten hospital staff as a desperate measure to attend the rumble.
Cherry's Absence
- Ponyboy felt frustrated with Cherry for refusing to visit Johnny in the hospital, perceiving it as a lack of support.
Rumble's Inevitable Nature
- The anticipation for the rumble was so high that Ponyboy felt it was impossible to prevent it from happening.
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