The Outsiders - Background Info

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What are the names of the two gangs in The Outsiders?

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The Greasers and The Socs.

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Who is the author of The Outsiders?

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S.E. Hinton.

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What is a Corvair?

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A model of car mentioned in The Outsiders.

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What city is The Outsiders set in?

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Tulsa, Oklahoma.

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What is the significance of the Greasers in The Outsiders?

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They represent a group of working-class teens who face social challenges.

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What do the Socs represent in The Outsiders?

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They represent the wealthier, privileged teens in society.

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What is the main theme of The Outsiders?

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The struggle between social classes and the search for identity.

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Who is Ponyboy Curtis?

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The main character and narrator of The Outsiders.

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What is the importance of friendship in The Outsiders?

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Friendship provides support and strength to the characters in difficult times.

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What role does family play in The Outsiders?

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Family dynamics influence the characters' actions and decisions.