The Outsiders Novel Quiz! MCQ Trivia

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The Outsiders Novel Quiz! MCQ Trivia - Quiz

Have you ever perused the novel, The Outsiders? Do you think you can pass this quiz? The Outsider is a coming-of-age tale by S. E. Hinton. It was first published in 1967 by Viking Press. The book revolves around the different social groups that form in school out of necessity, as they are divided by socioeconomic status. Take this quiz and see how very much you understand about the novel, The Outsiders.

Questions and Answers

1.

Why did the group walk back to Two-Bit's house?
- A.
  
  To get Two-Bit's car to drive the girls home.
- B.
  
  To hang out and watch movies.
- C.
  
  To use the phone to call a taxi.
Correct Answer
A. To get Two-Bit's car to drive the girls home.

Explanation
The group walked back to Two-Bit's house in order to get his car and drive the girls home. This suggests that the group was concerned about the girls' safety and wanted to ensure they had a reliable mode of transportation. Hanging out and watching movies or using the phone to call a taxi would not have served this purpose.

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2.

Who was Mickey Mouse in the novel?
- A.
  
  A cartoon character
- B.
  
  Soda's horse
- C.
  
  Steve's pet dog
Correct Answer
B. Soda's horse

Explanation
In the given options, the correct answer is "Soda's horse". This implies that in the novel, Mickey Mouse is referred to as Soda's horse.

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3.

What do both Cherry and Pony like to watch?
- A.
  
  Old movies
- B.
  
  Sunrise
- C.
  
  Sunset
Correct Answer
C. Sunset

Explanation
Cherry and Pony both enjoy watching sunset.

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4.

Two-Bit slapped Pony because he was mean to Johnny.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement indicates that Two-Bit slapped Pony because Pony was mean to Johnny. Therefore, the answer "True" implies that Two-Bit indeed slapped Pony due to his behavior towards Johnny.

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5.

The pony was late getting home that night because he got lost on the way home from the movies.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The given statement suggests that the pony was late getting home because he got lost on the way home from the movies. However, the correct answer is false because the statement does not provide any evidence or information to support this claim. The reason for the pony being late is not mentioned or implied in the statement, so it is not possible to determine the actual cause of the delay.

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6.

Why did Pony run out of the house?
- A.
  
  Because Darry slapped him.
- B.
  
  Because Soda was mad at him for being late.
- C.
  
  Because he heard Johnny yelling for help outside.
Correct Answer
A. Because Darry slapped him.

Explanation
Pony ran out of the house because Darry slapped him. This suggests that Pony was upset and possibly hurt by Darry's action, prompting him to leave the house in order to escape the situation or seek solace elsewhere. The slap may have caused Pony to feel a range of emotions, such as anger, humiliation, or betrayal, leading him to react by running away.

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7.

Where did the Socs find Johnny and Pony?
- A.
  
  In the vacant lot.
- B.
  
  In the back yard.
- C.
  
  In the park.
Correct Answer
C. In the park.
8.

Johnny said he liked it better when his dad was hitting him because he liked to fight back.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement suggests that Johnny enjoyed the physical confrontation with his dad, which is a concerning and unhealthy perspective. It is important to note that any form of violence or abuse is not acceptable and should not be encouraged. Therefore, the correct answer is False, as it is crucial to promote non-violence and healthy relationships.

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9.

Who stabbed Bob?
- A.
  
  Johnny
- B.
  
  Pony
- C.
  
  Randy
Correct Answer
A. Johnny

Explanation
Based on the given options, Johnny is the only person mentioned who could have potentially stabbed Bob.

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10.

Why did Pony and Johnny go looking for Dally?
- A.
  
  Because Dally would call the police for them.
- B.
  
  Because Dally would know how to help them.
- C.
  
  Because Dally give them a ride home.
Correct Answer
B. Because Dally would know how to help them.

Explanation
Pony and Johnny went looking for Dally because they believed that he would know how to help them. They trusted Dally's street smarts and connections, and thought that he would be able to provide them with guidance or assistance in their current situation.

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11.

Where did Johnny and Pony find Dally?
- A.
  
  At the movies.
- B.
  
  At Buck Merrill's.
- C.
  
  At a greaser hangout.
Correct Answer
B. At Buck Merrill's.

Explanation
Johnny and Pony found Dally at Buck Merrill's. This suggests that Dally was hanging out at a place owned or frequented by Buck Merrill, indicating that Dally may have had some connection or association with him. The option "At Buck Merrill's" implies that this is where Johnny and Pony encountered Dally, making it the correct answer.

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12.

What four things did Dally give Johnny and Pony? A gun, some money, a jacket, and....
- A.
  
  A hat
- B.
  
  Some food
- C.
  
  A shirt
Correct Answer
C. A shirt

Explanation
Dally gave Johnny and Pony a gun, some money, a jacket, and a shirt.

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13.

Johnny and Pony hitchhiked a ride to Jay Mountain.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

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The Outsiders Novel Quiz! MCQ Trivia

Why did the group walk back to Two-Bit's house?

Who was Mickey Mouse in the novel?

What do both Cherry and Pony like to watch?

Two-Bit slapped Pony because he was mean to Johnny.

The pony was late getting home that night because he got lost on the way home from the movies.

Why did Pony run out of the house?

Where did the Socs find Johnny and Pony?

Johnny said he liked it better when his dad was hitting him because he liked to fight back.

Who stabbed Bob?

Why did Pony and Johnny go looking for Dally?

Where did Johnny and Pony find Dally?

What four things did Dally give Johnny and Pony? A gun, some money, a jacket, and....

Johnny and Pony hitchhiked a ride to Jay Mountain.