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What did Johnny bring to the church?
What did Johnny bring to the church?
What did the boys decide to do while hiding in the church?
What did the boys decide to do while hiding in the church?
Cut and bleach their hair
Who is the Soc spy for the Greasers?
Who is the Soc spy for the Greasers?
Cherry
Why did Ponyboy and Johnny rush into the burning church?
Why did Ponyboy and Johnny rush into the burning church?
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What part of 'Gone With the Wind' did Johnny like the most?
What part of 'Gone With the Wind' did Johnny like the most?
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Where did Dally take Ponyboy and Johnny to eat?
Where did Dally take Ponyboy and Johnny to eat?
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Why did Dally not want Johnny to turn himself in?
Why did Dally not want Johnny to turn himself in?
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Who rode with Ponyboy in the ambulance to the hospital?
Who rode with Ponyboy in the ambulance to the hospital?
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What does Ponyboy realize when his brothers show up at the hospital?
What does Ponyboy realize when his brothers show up at the hospital?
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What is the Curtis brothers' favorite breakfast?
What is the Curtis brothers' favorite breakfast?
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What injury did Johnny sustain while saving the kids?
What injury did Johnny sustain while saving the kids?
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What does Randy Adderson say about Bob?
What does Randy Adderson say about Bob?
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What was Johnny's reaction to his mom's visit in the hospital?
What was Johnny's reaction to his mom's visit in the hospital?
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What did Johnny want Ponyboy and Two-Bit to bring him?
What did Johnny want Ponyboy and Two-Bit to bring him?
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Why do Dally and Tim Shepard consider themselves friends despite fighting?
Why do Dally and Tim Shepard consider themselves friends despite fighting?
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What does Dally ask Two-Bit to give him?
What does Dally ask Two-Bit to give him?
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What was the only reason Darry wasn't a Soc?
What was the only reason Darry wasn't a Soc?
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What rule did Cherry tell Pony and Two-Bit the Socs would follow?
What rule did Cherry tell Pony and Two-Bit the Socs would follow?
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Why can't Cherry go see Johnny when Ponyboy asks her?
Why can't Cherry go see Johnny when Ponyboy asks her?
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What does Pony ask Cherry at the end of Chapter 8?
What does Pony ask Cherry at the end of Chapter 8?
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Study Notes
Key Events and Characters
- Johnny brings baloney, matches, and a copy of Gone With the Wind to the church after going out for supplies.
- While hiding in the church, Ponyboy and Johnny decide to cut and bleach their hair to disguise themselves.
- Cherry, a Soc, acts as a spy for the Greasers, providing them with crucial information.
Actions and Consequences
- Ponyboy and Johnny rush into a burning church to save children, believing they were responsible for the fire.
- Johnny is particularly fond of the Southern gentlemen portrayed in Gone With the Wind.
- Dally takes Ponyboy and Johnny to Dairy Queen for a meal after their time in hiding.
Relationships and Feelings
- Dally is reluctant for Johnny to turn himself in, fearing that incarceration will harden Johnny's character.
- Jerry Wood, a teacher, rides with Ponyboy in the ambulance to the hospital after the fire incident.
Revelations and Realizations
- After his brothers visit him in the hospital, Ponyboy comes to understand that Darry genuinely loves him.
- The Curtis brothers enjoy chocolate cake as their favorite breakfast item.
Injuries and Emotional Conflicts
- Johnny suffers a broken back while saving the children from the fire.
- Randy Adderson reveals to Ponyboy that Bob wanted someone to challenge him and tell him “No,” indicating deeper struggles within Bob’s character.
Family Dynamics
- During his hospital stay, Johnny refuses to see his mother when she comes to visit, signaling a complicated relationship.
- Johnny requests Ponyboy and Two-Bit to bring him Gone With the Wind, highlighting his desire for comfort and connection.
Friendships and Rivalries
- Despite constant fighting, Dally and Tim Shepard maintain a close friendship, recognizing their similar traits and experiences.
- Dally asks Two-Bit for his switchblade, showcasing their camaraderie and trust.
Socs and Greasers Interactions
- Darry is only considered a Soc due to his involvement with the gang, indicating the complex nature of social status.
- Cherry explains to Pony and Two-Bit that the Socs have a rule to carry no weapons, emphasizing their code during conflicts.
Closure and Reflection
- Cherry cannot visit Johnny in the hospital because he killed Bob, highlighting the tragic outcomes of their rivalries.
- At the end of Chapter 8, Ponyboy asks Cherry if she can see the sunset well from the West Side, symbolizing their shared humanity despite social divisions.
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Test your knowledge of key events and characters from The Outsiders. This quiz covers significant moments including Ponyboy and Johnny's decisions and their relationships with others. Challenge yourself with questions related to their actions and the consequences they face.
