Side by Side Lesson

The Outsiders
Chapter 9 Slides - Part I

NEW GOAL!

RL.1.B

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative,

connotative, and content-specific meanings using context, affixes, or reference materials.

STOP at the top of pg. 134

Multiple Choice

What is the meaning of the word "whip" as used in the lines?

• To physically beat someone

• To defeat or overcome

• To prepare food quickly

• To criticize harshly

STOP in the middle of pg. 136

Multiple Choice

What is the meaning of the word "menace" as used in the lines?

• A harmless friend

• A source of danger or harm

• A type of entertainment

• A person of high status

STOP at the bottom of pg. 138

Multiple Choice

Question: Which phrase best expresses the meaning of the word restless as used in the sentence below?

"Tim had the tense, hungry look of an alley cat—that's what he's always reminded me of, an alley cat—and he was constantly restless."

• Feeling hungry and eager

• Full of energy and excitement

• Quiet and relaxed

• Unable to stay still or calm

STOP in the middle of pg. 140

Multiple Choice

Question: Which phrase best expresses the meaning of the word slouchy as used in the sentence below?

"I looked our outfits over. Most greasers don't have real tuff builds or anything. They're mostly lean and kind of panther-looking in a slouchy way."

• Standing tall and confident

• Sitting or standing with a relaxed, droopy posture

• Moving quickly and energetically

• Looking strong and powerful

STOP at the top of pg. 141

Open Ended

Ponyboy ends with the line, "We're greasers, but not hoods, and we don't belong with this bunch of future convicts. We could end up like them, I thought. We could..."

What do you believe Ponyboy is trying to say to his reader? What is the deeper meaning of this?