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What is Ponyboy Curtis's hair color?
What is Ponyboy Curtis's hair color?
Describe Darry Curtis's physical appearance.
Describe Darry Curtis's physical appearance.
Darry Curtis is six-feet-two, broad shouldered, muscular, with dark brown hair and pale blue-green eyes.
How is Sodapop Curtis described?
How is Sodapop Curtis described?
Sodapop Curtis is very handsome, slimmer than Darry, with a sensitive face and dark gold hair.
What is Steve Randle's age and some characteristics?
What is Steve Randle's age and some characteristics?
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Who is Two-Bit Matthews?
Who is Two-Bit Matthews?
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What defines Sandy's character?
What defines Sandy's character?
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Describe Dally Winston's personality and appearance.
Describe Dally Winston's personality and appearance.
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Who is Johnny Cade?
Who is Johnny Cade?
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What are the notable features of Cherry Valance?
What are the notable features of Cherry Valance?
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Describe Marcia's characteristics.
Describe Marcia's characteristics.
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Who is Bob Sheldon and what is his significance?
Who is Bob Sheldon and what is his significance?
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What is Randy Adderson known for?
What is Randy Adderson known for?
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Study Notes
Ponyboy Curtis
- Light brown, almost red hair; greenish-gray eyes.
- Long, slicked-back hair; small for fourteen; good build.
Darry Curtis
- Six feet two inches tall; broad-shouldered and muscular.
- Dark brown hair with a cowlick; pale blue-green eyes that appear cold and determined.
- Looks older than twenty; tough, cool, and smart.
Sodapop Curtis
- Very handsome, akin to a movie star; slimmer than Darry.
- Sensitive, finely drawn face; balances recklessness with thoughtfulness.
- Dark gold hair neatly combed back.
Steve Randle
- Seventeen years old; tall and lean; thick greasy hair.
- Smart and cocky; best friends with Soda; knowledgeable about cars.
- Works at a gas station with Soda.
Two-Bit Matthews
- Oldest member of the Greaser gang; known as the wisecracker.
- About six feet tall; stocky build; proud of his long rusty-colored sideburns.
- Has grey eyes; known for his constant humor and funny remarks.
Sandy
- Natural blond hair; soft laugh; china-blue eyes.
- Comes from a troubled home; considered a nice girl within the Greaser community.
Dally Winston
- Elfish face with high cheekbones; blond hair; tough demeanor.
- Blue eyes; perceived as cold and mean; has a substantial criminal record.
- Experienced violence; arrested at age ten; a history of jail time; engages in drinking and smoking.
Johnny Cade
- Sixteen-year-old greaser; black hair; large, fearful eyes.
- Parents neglect him; considers the Greasers his true family.
- Receives protection from older boys, particularly Dally.
Cherry Valance
- Long red hair; pretty; a Soc and friend of Ponyboy.
- Acts as a Greaser spy; has kind green eyes.
Marcia
- Short dark hair; described as funny and laid back.
- A Soc; girlfriend of Randy Adderson.
Bob Sheldon
- Cherry's boyfriend; dark-haired Soc; known for his aggression.
- Beats up Johnny before the story begins; wears three heavy rings during fights.
Randy Adderson
- Owner of the blue Mustang that deeply troubles Johnny.
- Bob's best friend; another Soc; handsome; Marcia's boyfriend.
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Explore the vivid descriptions of characters from S.E. Hinton's 'The Outsiders'. This quiz covers key details about Ponyboy, Darry, Sodapop, and other members of the Greaser gang. Test your knowledge on their physical appearances and personalities.
