Exploring The Outsiders: Chapter 1 Insights

What are the two things on Ponyboy's mind when he steps out of the movie house?

• His appearance and the weather

• The movie and his friends

• His brothers and school

• Paul Newman and to ride home

Why does Ponyboy prefer to watch movies alone?

• He finds it too expensive to go with others

• He doesn't have friends

• He likes to get into the movies and live them with the actors

• His brothers don't let him watch movies

What is the main reason Ponyboy starts walking faster when he spots the red Corvair?

• He is afraid of getting jumped by the Socs

• He wants to meet his friends

• He is late for dinner

• He needs to get home before dark

What do the Socs threaten to do to Ponyboy during the attack?

• Beat him up

• Take his jacket

• Cut his long greasy hair

• Steal his money

Who rescues Ponyboy from the Socs?

• A passerby

• A police officer

• His brothers and the gang

• His parents

Which gang member is known for his expertise with cars?

• Dallas Winston

• Steve Randall

• Two-Bit Matthews

• Johnny Cade

What is Two-Bit Matthews famous for?

• His long sideburns

• His shoplifting and switchblade

• His love for school

• All of the above

How does Ponyboy describe Dallas Winston's eyes?

• Dark and mysterious

• Cold with a hatred of the whole world

• Warm and friendly

• Bright and cheerful

What does Ponyboy think about the social divide between greasers and Socs?

• He wants to become a Soc

• He believes greasers are better

• He thinks Socs are better

• He feels it's just the way things are

Why does Ponyboy feel conflicted about his brother Darry?

• Darry is never around

• Darry loves him but is very strict

• Darry is always kind to him

• Darry never yells at him