WorksheetsThe Outsiders: Chapter 1 Review
Total questions: 29
Worksheet time: 29mins
"When I stepped out into the bright sunlight from the darkness of the movie house, I had only two things on my mind: Paul Newman and a ride home."
Based on this quote, what do you think was on Ponyboy's mind? Select all the answers that apply.
Looking like the actor, Paul Newman, in the movie he just watched
Being a greaser
Worried about the walk home alone
How he is the only member of the gang that likes movies
What is the setting of the story?
New York, 1968
Tulsa, Oklahoma during the 1940's
Chicago, Illinois, 1946
Tulsa, Oklahoma during the 1960's
The Outsiders is told in what point of view?
1st person
2nd person
3rd person
This gang is from the East Side and are not well-respected by society. They are poorer than the middle class and are considered hoods because they like to steal, drive old souped-up cars, and get in gang fights. Members of the gang have long, greasy hair and wear leather jackets, t-shirts, and blue jeans.
Greasers
Socs
This gang is known for being the West-side rich kids who never actually get in trouble for wrecking houses or throwing beer blasts because of their wealth. They drive nice cars and think anyone who isn't a part of their gang is dirt.
Greasers
Socs
Based on the description of the two gangs and the fact that the novel is narrated by Ponboy, a greaser gang member, who do you think the author has more sympathy for?
Greasers
Socs
Ponyboy feels that he can talk to Sodapop about anything because he is more understanding. On the other hand, he feels like Darry is judgmental, never sorry and is easily angered.
True
False
Select all the reasons why Darry acts the way he does.
Darry has a lot of responsibilities because he stepped up as the parent figure to take care of his brothers, Ponyboy and Sodapop.
He blames his brothers for the death of his parents.
He wants the best for brothers, especially because Ponyboy is smart and has potential to make something of himself.
He wants to make sure that the boys stay out of trouble so that they can remain living together.
He is jealous of his brothers because he is the only one that has to work so hard.
What mistake did Ponyboy make in the beginning of the book?
He did not get a haircut before going to see a movie
He walked home alone after the movie knowing that greasers usually get jumped
Wishing that he looked like someone else
How did the gang get Ponyboy out of trouble?
They called the police
Ponyboy fought the Socs on his own and did not need their help
A neighbor saw Ponyboy and screamed for the gang to help
The gang chased the Socs away
Johnny is afraid all of the time because he was jumped and beaten up very badly by the Socs.
True
False
Johnny depends on the gang because he has it rough at home, so he sees them as the only source of love or family he has.
True
False
Dally, Two-Bit, Steve, and Sandy are all members of the greasers gang.
True
False
This character had to give up a football scholarship to take care of his two brothers. He works extremely hard and is strict because he wants to keep his brothers out of trouble.
(a)
This character is considered "movie-star" handsome and is always smiling. He is easygoing and a good listener.
(a)
This character is toughest member of the gang. He is from New York and has been in trouble with the law from a very young age. He is wild, dangerous, and has a hatred for the world.
(a)
This character is book smart, like movies, and is the youngest brother. He is also the narrator of the story and has some maturing and growing-up to do.
(a)
This character is constantly talking and always has a funny remark. He loves to steal and views life as one big joke.
(a)
This character is the youngest and is considered the gang's pet. He has been jumped by the Socs and has a difficult home life, which has made him nervous and suspicious.
(a)
Avery was wearing a madras shirt.
careless
moving with an easy, bounding gait
plaid design
a shortened version
She is super smart and an asset to the Quiz Bowl team.
a continued striving for advantage over another
wisely; knowingly
not capable of being understood or grasped
an advantage or source of strength
What is the definition of incredulous?
indicating or showing disbelief
shocked or astonished; to be made speechless
stubborn or grouchy; ill-tempered
representing the best, most choice or highest level
Harming an animal is unfathomable to me.
a continued striving for advantage over another
wisely; knowingly
not capable of being understood or grasped
an advantage or source of strength
What is the definition of nonchalant?
not able to be understood
at a distance; feeling apart
coolly unconcerned or unexcited
stubborn or grouchy; ill-tempered
There has been an ongoing_______ for years over which soda is best, Coke or Pepsi.
incredulous
nonchalant
rivalry
gingerly
In the casino, the cameras and the security guards watch the people who attempt to roguishly play the games.
unconcernedly; indifferently; unexcitedly; casually
made a frowning facial expression
Disbelieving, skeptical
Playfully mischievous
The woman is such a scatterbrain that she always forgets something.
incapable of serious connected thought
to draw back or tense the body, as from pain or from a blow; start; flinch.
unclear in meaning or intention
a facial expression of pain or fear
She gingerly picked the delicate flower.
competition
with extreme care or caution
incapable of serious or organized thought
to copy someone or something; or to make something fake
Tim’s understanding and sympathetic nature helped him to be compassionate when his friends needed a listening ear.
calm and unconcerned about things
difficult or impossible to understand
compassionate; understanding of how someone feels
Anything of value that is owned
