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WorksheetsThe Outsiders Bellringer Ch. 10–12
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 6mins
What causes Ponyboy to collapse when he arrives home after Dally’s death?
He is hit by debris during the police chase.
He is overwhelmed by emotional and physical shock.
He is chased by a group of Socs.
He tries to run back to the hospital.
Why does Ponyboy believe Dally wanted the police to shoot him?
He believed it would protect Ponyboy and Soda.
He feared going back to jail.
He couldn’t live without Johnny.
He wanted to start a fight with the police.
How does Ponyboy describe the difference between Johnny’s and Dally’s deaths?
Johnny died a hoodlum; Dally died a hero.
Both died noble deaths that united the gangs.
Johnny died a hero; Dally died a hoodlum.
Dally died peacefully; Johnny died violently.
Why does Ponyboy tell Randy that he killed Bob?
He believes admitting it will shorten the trial.
He is still confused and emotionally unstable.
He wants to make Randy feel guilty.
He thinks the judge will believe him.
What does Ponyboy realize when studying Bob’s yearbook photo?
Bob looked angry and hateful.
Bob looked like a normal human being, not a villain.
Bob looked older than his age.
Bob looked just like Dally.
What condition keeps Ponyboy out of school after the rumble?
A sprained wrist
A concussion
A broken rib
Exhaustion
Why is Ponyboy’s appearance important during the court hearing?
It convinces the judge that he is dependable and responsible.
It helps him appear older than he is.
It allows him to avoid testifying.
It proves that the Greasers are not dangerous.
Why does the judge avoid asking Ponyboy direct questions about Bob’s death?
The judge doesn’t believe Ponyboy is involved.
The judge wants to protect Ponyboy’s emotional state.
The judge already knows Randy’s version is false.
The judge wants Darry to answer instead.
What does Ponyboy realize while writing his English composition?
He wants to leave Tulsa and never return.
He must tell his story so others understand the consequences of violence.
He wants to become a writer like Johnny wanted.
He plans to testify again in court.
Soda runs out of the house because—
He is angry that Darry blames him for the fight.
He feels torn between Darry and Pony’s constant arguing.
He wants to return to the rumble.
He learns that Sandy has come back to see him.
What does the word “stupor” most likely mean in this sentence? “Ponyboy felt himself slipping into a stupor after hearing the news.”
A state of intense fear
A confused or dazed condition
A sudden burst of anger
A feeling of excitement
What does the word “delirious” most likely mean in this sentence? “Ponyboy was talking deliriously, unaware of what he was saying.”
Speaking calmly and logically
Speaking angrily and sharply
Speaking in a confused or wandering way
Speaking in a whisper
What does the word “stricken” most likely mean in this sentence? “Soda’s face looked stricken when he heard Pony’s answer.”
Proud and confident
Shocked or deeply affected
Irritated and annoyed
Calm and relaxed
What does the word “vague” most likely mean in this sentence? “Ponyboy gave a vague answer, unsure of how to explain his feelings.”
Detailed and precise
Clear and direct
Uncertain or unclear
Loud and emotional
Which detail best shows Ponyboy beginning to heal from trauma?
He refuses to speak to Darry for several days.
He starts avoiding all talk about the rumble.
He writes his composition to process everything that happened.
He argues more often with Soda and Darry.
What does the outcome of the court hearing reveal about Ponyboy’s character?
He is irresponsible but lucky.
He is viewed as a dangerous delinquent.
He is seen as honest, trustworthy, and worth protecting.
He is expected to move away with foster parents.
What theme is reinforced when Ponyboy decides to tell his story?
Violence always leads to victory.
People never understand one another.
Sharing experiences can help create change.
Greasers and Socs cannot get along.
