The Outsiders Chapters 1-2

Front

What is the point of view of 'The Outsiders'?

Back

1st Person

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

Why is the 1st person point of view important in 'The Outsiders'?

Back

We need to learn the story from 1 person's POV and experience what that 1 person does.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

Does Ponyboy believe Cherry when she says the Socs have issues?

Back

No, he thinks they have a great life.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does Ponyboy mean when he says, 'I know better now'?

Back

Because this is in the past, Ponyboy knows what happens in the story.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

Why is Ponyboy in the 'A' classes?

Back

Because he is smart and skipped a grade.

Front

Who is the author of 'The Outsiders'?

Back

S.E. Hinton.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What themes are explored in the first two chapters of 'The Outsiders'?

Back

Class conflict, identity, and the struggles of adolescence.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the significance of Ponyboy's relationship with his brothers?

Back

It highlights family dynamics and the challenges of growing up without parents.

Front

How does Ponyboy's perspective differ from that of the Socs?

Back

Ponyboy feels marginalized and struggles with his identity, while Socs are portrayed as privileged.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does friendship play in 'The Outsiders'?

Back

Friendship provides support and a sense of belonging amidst social struggles.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2