The Outsiders Test Practice

Which of the following is an assumption about a person or a group of people that is not based on fact?

• bias

• stereotype

• judgment

• opinion

A character whose motives often seem contradictory is a ________________________ character.

• flat

• round

• dynamic

• complex

One who changes or grows in attitude during the course of a story is a _____________________ character.

• flat

• round

• static

• dynamic

Which of the following is an important theme in The Outsiders?

• Life can take an unexpected turn at any point, so we should appreciate what we have in the moment.

• Enduring friendships require loyalty.

• Perseverance is essential to success in life.

• All of the above

Why did Ponyboy pick up the glass after he broke the pop bottle?

• He was afraid of making Two-Bit angry.

• He didn't want anyone to get a flat tire.

• He wanted to show the Socs how tough he was.

• He was afraid Two-Bit would get a flat tire.

Who said this?

"You're living in a vacuum, Pony, and you're going to have to cut it out. Johnny and Dallas were our buddies, too, but you just don't stop living when you lose someone. I thought you knew that by now. You don't quit!"

• Sodapop

• Two-Bit

• Cherry

• Darry

How does Johnny's letter help Ponyboy?

• After reading the letter, Ponyboy decides to tell his story.

• Johnny explains what he meant by his final words of "Stay Gold."

• Ponyboy learns that Johnny felt his death was worth it in the end.

• All of the above

The only reason Ponyboy writes his story is because his teacher assigned him a personal narrative.

• True

• False

Which of the following statements supports the theme of perseverance (not giving up)?

• "Stay Gold." ~ Johnny

• "You don't just stop living when you lose someone." ~ Darry

• "You still have a lot of time to make yourself be what you want." ~ Johnny

• All of the above

What is the result of Ponyboy's conversation with Randy in the car?

• Ponyboy finally learns the truth about Randy's lies to the police.

• Ponyboy learns that Cherry is a spy for the Greasers.

• Ponyboy finally rejects his poor opinion of all Socs.

• Randy learns that Ponyboy is not going to show at the rumble either.