Questions and Answers
Why does Ponyboy have to walk home after Johnny dies?
Dally took the car, Soda will not pick him up, he wants to be alone.
What has Dally done to make the cops chase him in Chapter 10?
He held up a grocery store with his empty gun.
Where does Dally make the cops chase him to?
The vacant lot where the gang will meet him.
How does Dally die?
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What was 'ironic' about the gun that Dally pointed at the police in the vacant lot?
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What word does Ponyboy use to describe the way Dally dies?
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Who gets sick and passes out after Dally is killed?
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Who is sleeping in the chair beside Ponyboy when he wakes up in Chapter 10 after the rumble?
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What is wrong with Ponyboy after the rumble?
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How did Ponyboy get a concussion?
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Who crawls into bed with Ponyboy and falls asleep with him in Chapter 10?
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According to Pony, why is Dally having so much trouble handling Johnny's death?
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What is the difference between Dally and Johnny's death?
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What are Ponyboy's symptoms?
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Why is Ponyboy worried about whether or not he asked for Darry while he was in the hospital?
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How is Ponyboy hurt, as a result of the rumble?
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What happens to Ponyboy after Dally is killed?
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What does Johnny leave Ponyboy?
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What food does Sodapop learn that Ponyboy refuses to eat?
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What does the man who gave Ponyboy a ride tell him?
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What do the boys look like when Ponyboy arrives home after the rumble?
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When Ponyboy leaves the hospital, what does he keep repeating about Johnny that is not true?
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What does Dally do after he robs the grocery store?
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What did Ponyboy tell the gang about Dally that worried him?
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What does Ponyboy remember Dally telling him and Johnny about the gun he carried?
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Study Notes
Key Events After Johnny's Death
- Ponyboy walks home alone after Johnny's death due to a lack of transportation and a desire for solitude.
- Dally holds up a grocery store with an empty gun to provoke the police.
- Dally leads the police to a vacant lot, anticipating a confrontation.
Dally's Demise
- Dally is shot by police when he points his unloaded gun at them, demonstrating his reckless state after losing Johnny.
- Ponyboy describes Dally's death as "gallant," acknowledging the complexity of his character.
- The irony of Dally’s gun being unloaded underscores his desperation and symbolic fight against his fate.
Ponyboy's Condition
- After Dally’s death, Ponyboy succumbs to illness, experiencing a breakdown and passing out.
- He suffers a concussion from a Soc's kick during the rumble, leading to confusion and ongoing health issues.
- Ponyboy shows signs of depression and malnourishment, refusing to eat and exhibiting other physical symptoms.
Emotional Dynamics
- Ponyboy's concerns about his brother Darry’s feelings reveal his sensitive nature and familial connection.
- Dally's emotional struggle is deeply tied to Johnny's death, highlighting the depth of their bond—Johnny was his only love.
- The differences in the circumstances surrounding Dally and Johnny's deaths reflect their contrasting lives: Johnny a hero and Dally a troubled hoodlum.
Other Notable Details
- Dally calls Darry after the grocery store incident, seeking refuge at the vacant lot.
- Despite the trauma of Johnny's death, Ponyboy clings to denial, repeatedly thinking Johnny is still alive.
- Johnny bequeaths Ponyboy his copy of "Gone with the Wind," symbolizing their friendship and Johnny's influence on him.
Post-Rumble Condition
- After the rumble, Ponyboy arrives home to find his brothers and friends injured, emphasizing the aftermath of their conflict.
- Sodapop discovers Ponyboy's refusal to eat bologna, indicating his emotional turmoil and altered behavior.
- Ponyboy's bleeding head is pointed out by a concerned stranger during his struggle to return home after the rumble.
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This quiz explores key events after the deaths of Johnny and Dally in 'The Outsiders.' It delves into the emotional turmoil experienced by Ponyboy and the consequences of Dally's reckless actions. Test your understanding of the characters' dynamics and the impact of these pivotal moments in the story.