Outsiders Ch 10-12 Test

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What motivated Ponyboy to write the story of the Greasers?

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To help people not be too quick to judge others like them.

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Who is referred to as 'Southern gentlemen crumpling under street lights' in Chapter 10?

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Dally

Front

What is an objective summary of Johnny’s letter to Ponyboy?

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Johnny told Ponyboy he didn’t mind dying because saving the kids was worth it.

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What does Ponyboy pretending Johnny wasn’t dead parallel?

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Two-Bit pretending he was angry about losing his switchblade.

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Why did Dally take the loss of Johnny so hard?

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Johnny was the only person in the world he had ever loved.

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What does the term 'Greasers' refer to in the book?

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A group of working-class teenagers who are often in conflict with the Socs.

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What is the significance of sunsets in Ponyboy's perspective?

Back

They symbolize beauty and the fleeting nature of life.

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How does Ponyboy's character develop throughout the story?

Back

He learns to see beyond social class and understand the humanity in others.

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What role does friendship play in the lives of the characters?

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Friendship provides support and a sense of belonging amidst struggles.

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What does Johnny's letter teach Ponyboy about life?

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To appreciate life and not take it for granted.