The Outsiders Ch. 1-6

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally. Example: 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

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What does 'Man vs. Society' conflict mean?

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'Man vs. Society' is a type of conflict where a character faces opposition from societal norms, laws, or beliefs. Example: A character fighting against prejudice in their community.

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Why is Darry hard on his brothers?

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Darry is hard on his brothers because their parents have died, and he has taken on a lot of responsibility to care for them.

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What poem does Ponyboy recite when watching the sunrise?

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Ponyboy recites 'Nothing Gold Can Stay' by Robert Frost.

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Identify an incorrect couple pairing from the story.

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Bob & Marcia is an incorrect couple pairing.

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What is foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What is the significance of the greasers' appearance?

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The greasers' appearance contributes to their identity and how society perceives them as troublemakers.

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Define satire in literature.

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Satire is a genre that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock individuals, society, or institutions.

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What does the term 'conflict' refer to in literature?

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Conflict refers to the struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as.' Example: 'Time is a thief.'