Analyzing Chapter 7 of The Outsiders

Why does Ponyboy have a hard time accepting Johnny's condition in the hospital?

• He believes Johnny will recover quickly.

• He is in denial about the severity of Johnny's injuries.

• He thinks the doctors are exaggerating.

• He is too focused on his own problems.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How does the media attention affect Ponyboy and his brothers?

• It makes them feel like celebrities.

• It causes them stress and anxiety.

• It helps them gain sympathy from others.

• It has no effect on them.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What can be inferred about the impact of Johnny's condition on the Greasers?

• It strengthens their bond.

• It causes them to drift apart.

• It makes them question their lifestyle.

• It has no impact on them.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Why does Ponyboy feel guilty about the events leading to the hospital visit?

• He thinks he could have prevented it.

• He feels responsible for Johnny's injuries.

• He regrets not calling the police sooner.

• He believes he should have been injured instead.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What evidence from Chapter 7 suggests that Ponyboy is beginning to understand the complexity of people?

• He starts to see the Socs as individuals with their own problems.

• He decides to write a book about his experiences.

• He wants to become friends with the Socs.

• He ignores the Socs completely.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking