The Outsiders Chapters 11-12

Front

What is the main theme of The Outsiders?

Back

Don’t judge a book by its cover.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

Why does Ponyboy repeatedly say he killed Bob?

Back

He had a concussion and was very emotional about Johnny’s death.

Front

How long does Ponyboy stay in bed after the rumble?

Back

A week.

Front

What motivated Ponyboy to write the story of the Greasers?

Back

So people will not be too quick to judge people like them.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Whose picture does Ponyboy find while reading in bed after the rumble?

Back

Bob's.

Front

What does the character Ponyboy represent in The Outsiders?

Back

The struggle of youth and the search for identity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does Ponyboy's perspective on the Socs change throughout the story?

Back

He learns that Socs have their own struggles and are not just privileged.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does family play in The Outsiders?

Back

Family is portrayed as a source of support and conflict.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is the significance of the rumble in the story?

Back

It represents the climax of the conflict between the Greasers and the Socs.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

How does Johnny's death impact Ponyboy?

Back

It deepens his sense of loss and prompts him to reflect on life.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3