The Outsiders: Chapter 1-5

Front

What motivates the Socs to start a fight with Ponyboy and Johnny at the park?

Back

The Socs were upset that Ponyboy and Johnny were hanging out with their girlfriends earlier.

Front

Which novel does Johnny bring back with the food supplies?

Back

Gone with the Wind.

Front

Who does Dally refer to as the greasers' spy?

Back

Cherry.

Front

Why does Ponyboy reference the poem 'Nothing Gold Can Stay' by Robert Frost in Chapter 5?

Back

They were appreciating the beauty of the sunrise and life in general.

Front

What major event does Dally inform Ponyboy and Johnny about while they are eating?

Back

A major rumble is planned between the Socs and Greasers.

Front

What is the significance of the poem 'Nothing Gold Can Stay' in the context of the story?

Back

It reflects the fleeting nature of youth and beauty.

Front

Who are the main characters introduced in the first five chapters of 'The Outsiders'?

Back

Ponyboy, Johnny, Dally, Sodapop, and Darry.

Front

What social group do Ponyboy and Johnny belong to?

Back

They are part of the Greasers.

Front

What does the term 'Socs' refer to in 'The Outsiders'?

Back

The Socs are the wealthy social group that often clashes with the Greasers.

Front

How does Ponyboy feel about his brothers, Darry and Sodapop?

Back

Ponyboy has a complicated relationship with Darry, feeling misunderstood, while he admires Sodapop.