The Outsiders Chapters 1-3 Review Quiz

Who is the narrator of "The Outsiders"?

• Johnny

• Dally

• Ponyboy

• Sodapop

Why does Johnny carry a switchblade?

• For opening cans

• For self-defense

• To show off to his friends

• To commit crimes

What is the main conflict introduced in the first three chapters?

• The rivalry between the Socs and the Greasers

• Ponyboy's struggle with school

• The disappearance of Johnny

• Sodapop's decision to drop out of school

How does Ponyboy feel about Darry in the beginning chapters?

• He believes Darry doesn't love him.

• He thinks Darry is too lenient.

• He admires Darry's intelligence.

• He is indifferent towards Darry.

What event leads to Johnny carrying a switchblade?

• A fight at school

• A robbery

• A previous attack by the Socs

• A directive from Dally

Who is Cherry Valance?

• A Greaser girl who befriends Ponyboy

• A Soc girl who shows kindness to Ponyboy and Johnny

• Dally's girlfriend

• Sodapop's ex-girlfriend

What does Ponyboy's interest in sunsets symbolize?

• His desire to escape from his life

• The similarities between the Socs and the Greasers

• His love for nature

• The impending danger in his life

Why does Ponyboy dislike the Socs?

• Because they are richer than the Greasers

• Because they beat him up

• Because they are more educated

• All of the above

What does the blue Mustang symbolize?

• Freedom

• Wealth and power of the Socs

• The Greasers' aspirations

• The police

How do Ponyboy's feelings towards Cherry Valance evolve?

• He dislikes her because she is a Soc

• He respects her for standing up to Dally

• He becomes suspicious of her motives

• He remains indifferent towards her throughout the chapters