"The Outsiders"
Chapter 1
1) Describe the
characteristics that made Ponyboy unique among his friends.
2) Compare and contrast the
Socs and the Greasers.
3) Why did the Greasers
resent the Socs?
4) Explain why there is
tension between Ponyboy and Darry.
5) Hinton uses a metaphor to
describe Johnny Cade. What is it? Explain the importance.
"The Hill"
Chapter 1 (Wake Up)
1) Describe the moments
leading up to the plane crash.
2) Explain why Jared calls
the boy who helped him as "The Hulk".
3) Jared seems to react
awkwardly when talking to Kyle. Why do
you think this is? Explain.
4) Why would Kyle treat Jared
so poorly?
5) Explain Jared's plan to
get help, and Kyle's objections to it.
6) What does Kokum mean?
Chapter 2 (Climb)
1) Last chapter, Kyle opposed
Jared climbing up the hill, why does he go along with Jared?
2) Explain Jared's family
situation.
3) Kyle gets very upset with
Jared after Kyle is told to lead. What
could have caused this? Why?
4) Why might Kyle believe that
the Whiskey Jack doesn't want the boys to go up the hill?
5) List the
stereotypical/racist comments or ideas Jared has about Kyle.
6) Why would Kyle believe
that "Sometimes scared is the smartest thing you can be."?
7) What does Moniyaw mean?
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