The Outsiders Quiz

Who is the protagonist of "The Outsiders"?

• Ponyboy Curtis

• Johnny Cade

• Dallas Winston

• Sodapop Curtis

In which point of view is "The Outsiders" narrated?

• First-person

• Second-person

• Third-person limited

• Third-person omniscient

What is Ponyboy's older brother's name?

• Darry

• Johnny

• Dallas

• Two-Bit

What social group does Ponyboy belong to?

• The Greasers

• The Socs

• The Jocks

• The Nerds

What does Ponyboy love to do that sets him apart from other Greasers?

• Play football

• Write poetry

• Fix cars

• Start fights

Who is the leader of the Greasers?

• Ponyboy Curtis

• Johnny Cade

• Dallas Winston

• Darry Curtis

Why is Ponyboy hesitant to go to the drive-in movie?

• He doesn't like movies.

• He doesn't have enough money.

• He's afraid of running into the Socs.

• He's grounded by his brother.

What does Johnny carry as a weapon to protect himself?

• A gun

• A knife

• Brass knuckles

• A baseball bat

Read the following quote carefully. Then, determine what it reveals about Ponyboy. Select as many as apply.

I was wishing I looked like Paul Newman--- he looks tough and I don't--- but I guess my own looks aren't so bad. (Pg 1).

• Confident

• Cruel

• Self-conscious

• Nice

This character is a spy for the other side: (a)   .

• Marcia
• Randy
• Cherry
• Bob