Vocabulary and Themes in The Outsiders

Define the term "groggy" as used in the context of Chapter 5 of "The Outsiders."

• Fully alert and energetic

• Dazed and unsteady

• Extremely happy

• Very angry

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following is a synonym for "trademark" as used in the context of Chapter 5?

• Imitation Product

• Signature Look

• Disguise Costume

• Quaver Feeling

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Identify an antonym for "disguised" based on its use in Chapter 5.

• Hidden

• Revealed

• Masked

• Concealed

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In Chapter 5, why does Ponyboy feel groggy? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

• He is excited about the events happening.

• He just woke up.

• He hit his head and forgot where he is.

• He is feeling sick because of the cold he caught.

Summarize the main theme of Chapter 5 of "The Outsiders."

• It's good to escape from your problems and never deal with them, ever!

• The struggle for power and control

• The journey of self-discovery and identity and how something hard can bring people together.

• The impact of wealth and social status

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What does the term "quavering" suggest about a character's emotional state in Chapter 5?

• Confidence

• Fear or nervousness

• Happiness

• Anger

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Analyze Johnny's motivation for cutting and dyeing Ponyboy's hair in Chapter 5.

• To make Ponyboy look more stylish

• To disguise Ponyboy from being recognized

• To express his artistic skills

• To punish Ponyboy for running away

Compare and contrast the characters of Ponyboy and Johnny in Chapter 5. Which statement is true?

• Both are confident and outgoing.

• Ponyboy is more optimistic and even quotes poetry, while Johnny is more cautious.

• Johnny is angry at the world, while Ponyboy thinks he should turn himself in.

• Both are just glad to be hanging out in a church and eating good food.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the word "gallant" mean in the context of Chapter 5?

• Cowardly

• Brave and noble

• Selfish

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Make an inference about why Ponyboy and Johnny feel the need to disguise themselves in Chapter 5.

• They want to start a new life.

• They are hiding from the police and need to avoid recognition.

• They are trying to impress others with their new looks.

• They are preparing for a costume party.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1