Exploring Chapters 7-9 of The Outsiders

What event leads to Johnny and Ponyboy running away in these chapters?

• A school fight between Johnny and Ponyboy.

• A violent encounter with the Socs that injures Johnny.

• A misunderstanding with their parents.

• A robbery gone wrong in their neighborhood.

How does Dally react to the news of Johnny and Ponyboy's situation?

• Dally expresses joy and relief.

• Dally ignores the situation completely.

• Dally reacts with anger and desperation.

• Dally remains calm and collected.

What significant conversation do Johnny and Ponyboy have while hiding out?

• Johnny and Ponyboy plan a robbery together.

• Johnny and Ponyboy argue about their favorite movies.

• Johnny and Ponyboy discuss their favorite food recipes.

• Johnny and Ponyboy discuss their dreams, fears, and the impact of violence on their lives.

What does Johnny reveal about his feelings towards his family?

• Johnny admires his family's values and traditions.

• Johnny feels disconnected and frustrated with his family.

• Johnny is indifferent and has no strong feelings about his family.

• Johnny feels a strong bond and love for his family.

How does the theme of loyalty manifest in these chapters?

• Loyalty is shown through characters' betrayal and deceit.

• The theme of loyalty manifests through characters' sacrifices and unwavering support for each other.

• The theme of loyalty is irrelevant in these chapters.

• Characters express loyalty by competing against each other.

What role does the church play in the boys' lives during this section?

• The church plays a significant role in providing moral guidance and community support in the boys' lives.

• The church has no influence on the boys' decisions or behavior.

• The church discourages the boys from forming friendships.

• The church focuses solely on financial contributions from the boys.

How does Ponyboy's perspective on the Socs begin to change in these chapters?

• Ponyboy thinks the Socs are only interested in causing trouble.

• Ponyboy believes the Socs are superior to the Greasers.

• Ponyboy's perspective shifts from viewing the Socs as purely antagonistic to recognizing their shared humanity and struggles.

• Ponyboy remains indifferent to the Socs throughout the chapters.

What is the significance of the poem 'Nothing Gold Can Stay' in this part of the story?

• The poem emphasizes the permanence of love and relationships.

• The poem illustrates the importance of wealth and material possessions.

• The poem serves as a warning against pursuing dreams.

• The poem highlights the transient nature of beauty and innocence, mirroring the characters' struggles with change.

How do the events in these chapters foreshadow future conflicts?

• The events foreshadow future conflicts through character tensions, unresolved issues, and themes of betrayal.

• The events resolve all conflicts and create harmony.

• The events highlight character development and growth.

• The events focus solely on the setting and atmosphere.

What impact does the fire have on Johnny and Ponyboy's relationship?

• The fire has no effect on Johnny and Ponyboy's relationship.

• The fire causes a rift between Johnny and Ponyboy due to fear.

• Johnny and Ponyboy become rivals after the fire incident.

• The fire strengthens Johnny and Ponyboy's relationship by deepening their bond through a shared act of bravery.