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Where does the novel take place?

Oklahoma

What side of town are the Socs from?

West side

How did Ponyboy's parents die?

In a car crash

Who wins the rumble?

<p>The Greasers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who wrote The Outsiders?

<p>S.E. Hinton</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where was The Outsiders written?

<p>Tulsa, Oklahoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

The characters in Gone with the Wind remind Johnny of whom?

<p>Dally</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many days do Johnny and Ponyboy spend at the church?

<p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ponyboy crave while at the hideout?

<p>Pepsi</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Pony cry in front of Johnny?

<p>Darry hit Pony</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Pony say 'It ain't fair'?

<p>The Socs have life easier than the Greasers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do Dally, Johnny, and Pony stop to eat?

<p>The Dairy Queen</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old was S.E. Hinton when she wrote The Outsiders?

<p>15</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old was S.E. Hinton when The Outsiders was published?

<p>17</p> Signup and view all the answers

What research did Hinton do for The Outsiders?

<p>She would start conversations with Greasers using her jackknife. This would fascinate the Greasers and get them to talk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What inspired Hinton to write The Outsiders?

<p>She witnessed the beating of one of her Greaser friends.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of novel is The Outsiders?

<p>Realistic fiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were two results for Hinton of publishing The Outsiders?

<p>It allowed her to enroll in the University of Tulsa and the book became a bestseller which earned her praise from critics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who encouraged Hinton to write That Was Then, This is Now?

<p>Her husband, David Inhofe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hinton has repeatedly received honors from what association?

<p>American Library Association</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name the three other books Hinton has written.

<p>Rumble Fish, Tex, and That Was Then, This Is Now.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are characteristics of Hinton's novels?

<p>Deal with troubled teens in rough environments, written in a poetic but honest, simple style, show teens trying to keep their identity while growing up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the second youngest member of the Greasers?

<p>Johnny</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who sneaks up on Johnny and Ponyboy at the movies?

<p>Two-Bit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ponyboy tell Cherry while in line for popcorn?

<p>How Johnny got jumped</p> Signup and view all the answers

What two things does Johnny request at the hospital?

<p>Hair grease and Gone With the Wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mickey Mouse?

<p>Sodapop's horse</p> Signup and view all the answers

Whom does Cherry tell Pony she'd likely fall in love with?

<p>Dally</p> Signup and view all the answers

What qualities does Cherry see in Bob?

<p>Leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

What made Pony run away?

<p>Darry hit him because he came home late</p> Signup and view all the answers

What made Johnny kill Bob?

<p>The Socs were drowning Ponyboy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What three things does Dally give Ponyboy and Johnny to take with them to Windrixville?

<p>A gun, clothing, and $50.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who writes a letter to Pony while Pony's at the abandoned church?

<p>Sodapop</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the spy for the Greasers?

<p>Cherry Valance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who entertains the reporters at the hospital?

<p>Two-Bit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Darry make for breakfast in the morning usually?

<p>Chocolate cake</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who doesn't want to see Johnny at the hospital?

<p>Cherry</p> Signup and view all the answers

What caused the minor coma Pony has?

<p>Being kicked in the rumble</p> Signup and view all the answers

Around what year was the book written?

<p>The 1960's</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which sport does Pony participate?

<p>Track</p> Signup and view all the answers

With what does Ponyboy threaten the Socs who approach him outside of the convenience store?

<p>A broken bottle</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old is Darry?

<p>Twenty</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Ponyboy's recurring nightmares begin?

<p>The night of his parents' funeral</p> Signup and view all the answers

Before moving to Ponyboy's town, where did Dally live?

<p>New York</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Darry's full name?

<p>Darrel Shaynne Curtis Jr.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Soda's full name?

<p>Sodapop Patrick Curtis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Pony's full name?

<p>Ponyboy Michael Curtis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do people call Sherryl 'Cherry'?

<p>Because of her red hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Randy talk to Ponyboy?

<p>At the Tasty Freeze</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Soda do when he is upset?

<p>He smokes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Pony not eat much after the hearing?

<p>Everything tastes like baloney</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bob really wanted his parents to do what?

<p>Say no to him</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Johnny not want to bleach his hair at the church?

<p>His skin is too dark for him to be blond</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of car were the Socs driving in the beginning of the novel when Pony got jumped?

<p>A red Corvair</p> Signup and view all the answers

What reason taken from the book does Pony tell Cherry is the separation between Socs and Greasers?

<p>The Socs kept all their emotions bottled up inside and presented a calm, cool façade while the Greasers were too full of emotions that they spilled out all over the place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of council does Sodapop tell Pony, in the letter he sent, that the Greasers and Socs are having?

<p>War council</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many barbecue sandwiches did Johnny eat at the Dairy Queen?

<p>Five</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Darry want to fight?

<p>Pride</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Steve want to fight?

<p>Hatred</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Two-Bit want to fight?

<p>Conformity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Sodapop want to fight?

<p>Fun</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were Johnny's last words?

<p>'Stay gold, Ponyboy. Stay gold.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What hill was the church on?

<p>Jay Mountain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has Dally started carrying as a result of the trouble between the Greasers and the Socs over the death of Bob?

<p>An unloaded gun</p> Signup and view all the answers

What about the rumble makes the Shepard gang nervous?

<p>The no-weapons rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old was Soda when he lost his horse?

<p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the poem Ponyboy recites to Johnny?

<p>'Nothing Gold Can Stay'</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Johnny, Soda looks like Ponyboy's__but acts like his__.

<p>Mother, father</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Johnny, Darry looks like Ponyboy's__but acts like his__.

<p>Father, mother</p> Signup and view all the answers

What caused the short explosions at the abandoned church during the fire?

<p>The gun going off</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Soda send along with the letter Ponyboy receives at the abandoned church?

<p>Half his paycheck</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old was Johnny when he started smoking?

<p>9</p> Signup and view all the answers

To what state does Sandy go to live?

<p>Florida</p> Signup and view all the answers

What gang of Greasers besides Tim's and Ponyboy's fight at the rumble?

<p>The Brumly Boys</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Pony describing: 'He was a lean catlike eighteen-year-old who looked like the JD model you see in movies and magazines. He had the right curly black hair, smoldering dark eyes, and a long scar from temple to chin.'

<p>Tim Shepard</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old is Soda?

<p>16</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of 'chicken' game did Pony and Curly play that left Pony with a permanent scar?

<p>They held burning cigarettes against each other's fingers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the church when Johnny goes to get supplies, how does he leave Ponyboy a message?

<p>He writes it in the dust on the floor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What famous old-time comedian does Two-Bit remind Ponyboy of?

<p>Will Rogers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who accidentally steps on Pony during the rumble?

<p>Tim Shepard</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Soc is with Randy at the Tasty Freeze the day of the rumble?

<p>David</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old was Dally the first time he was arrested?

<p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the first time that Ponyboy had the dream?

<p>The night after his parent's funeral</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Setting and Background

  • The novel takes place in Oklahoma.
  • Written by S.E. Hinton when she was 15 years old in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
  • Published when Hinton was 17 years old.
  • Set in the 1960s, reflecting the social divide between two groups: the Greasers and Socs.

Characters and Relationships

  • Ponyboy Curtis is the protagonist, who has recurring nightmares since his parents' death in a car crash.
  • Darrel "Darry" Curtis is Ponyboy's older brother, age 20, who assumes parental responsibilities after their parents die.
  • Sodapop Patrick Curtis, Ponyboy's second brother, is 16 years old and often acts as a mediator.
  • Johnny Cade is a timid and sensitive member of the Greasers and is the second youngest of the group.
  • Dallas "Dally" Winston, tough and streetwise, has a strong bond with Johnny and is significantly affected by Johnny's death.

Social Divides and Rivalries

  • The Socs (short for Socials) are wealthier teens from the West side of town, while the Greasers are from the East side, embodying working-class struggles.
  • Johnny kills Bob, a Soc, in self-defense when Bob and other Socs drown Ponyboy in a fight.
  • The Greasers win the rumble against the Socs, showcasing their rivalry and tension.

Key Events and Themes

  • Ponyboy and Johnny hide out in an abandoned church for five days, during which Johnny illustrates the theme of innocence and the harsh realities of their lives.
  • Important incidents include Ponyboy's existential reflections, wanting to maintain his identity while navigating adolescence.
  • Johnny requests "Gone With the Wind" and hair grease in the hospital as comfort during his recovery.
  • Ponyboy's emotional turmoil surfaces when Darry discipline him, leading to the phrase "It ain't fair," reflecting class disparities.

Symbolism and Motifs

  • "Stay gold, Ponyboy. Stay gold." – Johnny's last words emphasize the theme of preserving innocence.
  • The poem "Nothing Gold Can Stay" signifies the fleeting nature of youth and beauty amidst struggles.
  • Cherry Valance serves as a bridge between the Socs and Greasers, reflecting connections that transcend class barriers.

Hinton’s Writing and Impact

  • Hinton's novels are characterized by honest depictions of troubled teens navigating difficult environments, often with poetic simplicity.
  • She received honors from the American Library Association for her impactful writing that resonates with youth experiences.

Additional Context

  • Two-Bit Mathews provides comic relief and acts as a cultural reference, reminiscent of old-time comedians like Will Rogers.
  • Ponyboy participates in track, demonstrating his athletic capability and contrasting life as a Greaser.
  • The novel reflects broader social issues, including peer pressure and identity struggles, portrayed through characters' experiences.

Important Settings and Symbols

  • The Dairy Queen is a significant location where pivotal interactions occur between characters.
  • The abandoned church on Jay Mountain serves as a crucial turning point in the storyline, representing refuge and tragedy.

Miscellanea

  • Soda's horse, Mickey Mouse, symbolizes lost innocence and simpler times.
  • Johnny's last words highlight the impact of friendships and the complexities of growing up in a divided society.

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This quiz explores the main characters and themes of S.E. Hinton's novel, 'The Outsiders'. It focuses on the setting in Oklahoma during the 1960s and the social divide between the Greasers and the Socs. Test your knowledge of Ponyboy Curtis, his family, and the rivalries that shape their lives.

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