Monday, 13 January 2020

"The Outsiders" - Chapter 3 Questions And "The Hill" - Chapters 5 & 6 Questions

"The Outsiders"

Chapter 3
1) What did Cherry say to Ponyboy that caused a "nervous bitterness" to grow inside of him?
2) Which of Cherry's statement came as a big surprise to Ponyboy and caused his mouth to drop?  Why would Ponyboy be so surprised?  Explain your thinking.
3) Why was Ponyboy late coming home from the Nightly Double?
4) Explain how Darry acted as a parent when Ponyboy arrived home late.  Judge Ponyboy's reaction.  What would you have done in this situation if you were Darry?
5) Hinton uses foreshadowing with the cliffhanger at the end of the chapter.  Write the quote, and explain its importance.  Predict what might happen next in the story. 


"The Hill"

Chapter 5 (Flight)
1) Why might Jared start singing the theme song from Jaws while running away from whatever was coming?
2) What words in this chapter create a sense of dread and fear for the two boys?  Give at least 3, and explain why they create these feelings.
3) Add to the list of reasons why Jared believes he and Kyle can't be friends.
4) Why might Kyle want to see what he's running from?
5) What does Kyle believe is chasing them?  Why can't Kyle say it's name?

Chapter 6 (Worth A Try)
1) Explain what Kyle believes the Wîhtiko  is, according to Cree legend.
2) How does Cree legend say one can stop the Wîhtiko ?
3) Explain the plan the boys have to get rid of the Wîhtiko .
4) Explain why Jared might keep taking pictures with his phone?
5) After Kyle's explanation of the Wîhtiko , describe what you think it could look like.

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