The Outsiders Flashcard Prep (Chapters 1-4)

Front

Who is the middle Curtis brother with the movie star good looks and works at the gas station?

Back

Sodapop is the middle Curtis brother known for his good looks and works at a gas station.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the part of the plot when most of the action takes place and intensity builds?

Back

The rising action is the part of the plot where the main events occur and tension increases.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What does Cherry say separates the Greasers and the Socs besides money?

Back

Cherry states that the Greasers are more emotional than the Socs.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

Who is the Greaser that Cherry said she could fall in love with if she sees him again?

Back

Dally is the Greaser that Cherry mentioned she could fall in love with.

Front

What is the hint of something that is going to happen without revealing the story or spoiling the suspense?

Back

Foreshadowing is the hint of future events in a story without giving away the plot.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

Define 'Greasers'.

Back

Greasers are a group of working-class teenagers in 'The Outsiders' known for their long hair and rebellious attitude.

Front

Define 'Socs'.

Back

Socs are the affluent social group in 'The Outsiders' who often clash with the Greasers.

Front

What is the significance of the character Ponyboy Curtis?

Back

Ponyboy is the protagonist and narrator of 'The Outsiders', representing the struggles of youth and identity.

Front

What does the term 'climax' refer to in a story?

Back

The climax is the turning point in a story where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What role does family play in 'The Outsiders'?

Back

Family is a central theme in 'The Outsiders', highlighting the importance of brotherhood and loyalty among the Curtis brothers.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2