The Outsiders Chapters 7 & 8 Quiz

What event led to Ponyboy, Dallas, and Johnny being in the hospital?

• Rescuing kids from a burning church

• A car accident

• A fight with the Socs

• A school fire drill

How does the media describe Ponyboy and his friends after the church incident?

• Innocent bystanders

• Local heroes

• Juvenile delinquents turned heroes

• Troublemakers

What is the main topic of conversation between Ponyboy and Randy?

• Plans for a vacation

• Their favorite sports

• The upcoming rumble

• Their personal struggles and societal roles

Why did Sodapop's girlfriend move to Florida?

• Her parents disapproved of her relationship with Sodapop

• She wanted to study abroad

• She got a new job

• She was tired of the town

What does Johnny request while in the hospital?

• A guitar

• A football

• A new jacket

• Hair grease and a copy of 'Gone with the Wind'

How does Johnny feel about his mother visiting him in the hospital?

• He is unaware of her visit

• He refuses to see her

• He is indifferent

• He is eager to see her

What does the sunset symbolize in the story?

• A new beginning

• The shared experiences of different social classes

• The end of a day

• A romantic moment

Why is Cherry hesitant to visit Johnny in the hospital?

• She is afraid of hospitals

• She is out of town

• She is still connected to Bob

• She doesn't know Johnny well

What is the significance of the rumble between the Socs and Greasers?

• It is a friendly competition

• It will solve all their problems

• It will determine the toughest group

• It is a way to make peace

Why do people tend to confide in Ponyboy?

• He is intimidating

• He is wealthy

• He is a leader

• He is a good listener