The Outsiders Chapters 8-9

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What sport does Pony participate in that he hasn't mentioned until Chapter 7?

Back

Track

Front

In Chapter 8, what does Johnny do when his mother comes to see him?

Back

He refuses to see her.

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What do all three brothers like for breakfast in Chapter 7?

Back

Chocolate cake.

Front

What did Randy tell Ponyboy that Bob wanted his parents to say?

Back

No.

Front

How has Ponyboy's view of the Socs changed?

Back

He now sees them as human beings with problems.

Front

What is the significance of Johnny refusing to see his mother?

Back

It shows his emotional struggle and the impact of his abusive home life.

Front

What does Ponyboy's participation in track symbolize?

Back

It represents his desire for freedom and escape from his troubled life.

Front

How does the relationship between the Greasers and Socs evolve in Chapters 8-9?

Back

It becomes more complex as Ponyboy begins to understand the Socs' struggles.

Front

What role does family play in the lives of the characters in The Outsiders?

Back

Family dynamics significantly influence the characters' identities and choices.

Front

What does the term 'Greasers' refer to in the context of the story?

Back

Greasers are a group of lower-class teenagers who often face discrimination.