The Outsiders Chapter 1 Quiz

Who is the main character introduced in Chapter 1 of "The Outsiders"?

• Johnny Cade

• Ponyboy Curtis

• Dallas Winston

• Sodapop Curtis

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What is the primary setting of Chapter 1 in "The Outsiders"?

• A school

• A movie theater

• A park

• Ponyboy's home

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Summarize the main event that occurs in Chapter 1 of "The Outsiders."

• Ponyboy gets into a fight with the Socs.

• Ponyboy goes to a party with his brothers.

• Ponyboy is attacked by the Socs while walking home.

• Ponyboy meets a new friend at school.

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Describe the socioeconomic divide introduced in Chapter 1 of "The Outsiders."

• The Greasers are wealthy, and the Socs are poor.

• The Greasers are poor, and the Socs are wealthy.

• Both the Greasers and the Socs are wealthy.

• Both the Greasers and the Socs are poor.

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What motivates Ponyboy to walk home alone in Chapter 1?

• He wants to enjoy the night air.

• He is angry with his brothers.

• He wants to prove he is brave.

• He missed the bus.

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Analyze why the Socs target Ponyboy in Chapter 1.

• They are jealous of his intelligence.

• They want to steal his money.

• They see him as an easy target because he is alone.

• They are friends with him.

Compare the themes of friendship and rivalry introduced in Chapter 1.

• Friendship is more important than rivalry.

• Rivalry is more important than friendship.

• Both themes are equally important and intertwined.

• Neither theme is important.

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Identify the character who comes to Ponyboy's aid during the attack in Chapter 1.

• Johnny Cade

• Sodapop Curtis

• Darry Curtis

• Dallas Winston

What is the significance of the movie theater setting in Chapter 1?

• It shows Ponyboy's love for movies.

• It is where Ponyboy meets the Socs.

• It highlights the Greasers' territory.

• It is where Ponyboy works.

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Predict what might happen to Ponyboy after the events of Chapter 1.

• He will become friends with the Socs.

• He will seek revenge on the Socs.

• He will be more cautious when walking alone.

• He will move to a new city.

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