The Outsiders Chapters 1-4

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    Pony says he doesn't partake in illegal activities because Darry would kill him if he ever got in trouble with the police.

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Decide whether the following statements are true or false.
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The Outsiders Chapters 1-4 - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    Johnny killed Bob with a switchblade.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Johnny killed Bob using a switchblade. Since the answer is "True," it can be inferred that the statement is accurate and Johnny did indeed kill Bob with a switchblade.

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  • 3. 

    Dally gave Johnny and Pony a gun and some money.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement states that Dally gave Johnny and Pony a gun and some money. This implies that Dally indeed gave both Johnny and Pony a gun and money, making the statement true.

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  • 4. 

    When looking for Jay Mountain, Pony told a farmer he was playing a game so he could get directions without raising suspicions.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Pony told a farmer that he was playing a game in order to obtain directions to Jay Mountain without arousing any suspicions. This implies that Pony wanted to keep his true intentions hidden and used the excuse of playing a game to appear innocent and casual. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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  • 5. 

    Dally was taken off guard when Johnny told him to leave Cherry alone because Johnny rarely spoke up to anyone.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Dally was surprised or caught off guard when Johnny told him to leave Cherry alone. This implies that Dally's behavior towards Cherry was unexpected or inappropriate, as Johnny rarely speaks up to anyone. Therefore, the correct answer is true, indicating that Dally was taken off guard in this situation.

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  • 6. 

    The boys are going to Windrixville by train.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The explanation for the given correct answer is that the statement "The boys are going to Windrixville by train" is true. This means that the boys are using a train as their mode of transportation to reach Windrixville.

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  • 7. 

    The Mustang shouldn't be by the park because that was Greaser territory.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the Mustang should not be parked by the park because it is considered Greaser territory. This implies that the park is predominantly occupied by the Greasers, a specific group or gang, who have claimed the area as their own. Therefore, it is true that the Mustang should not be parked there to avoid any potential conflicts or confrontations with the Greasers.

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  • 8. 

    Two-Bit says Greasers' fights are fair and that Socs' fights are rough, which means they use weapons and gang up many to a few.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    According to Two-Bit, the Greasers' fights are fair while the Socs' fights are rough. This implies that the Socs use weapons and gang up on their opponents, outnumbering them. Therefore, the statement is true as it suggests that the Socs engage in unfair and violent tactics during fights.

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  • 9. 

    The Socs that jumped Johnny and Pony smelled of whiskey and English leather.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement "The Socs that jumped Johnny and Pony smelled of whiskey and English leather" is true. This means that the Socs who attacked Johnny and Pony had a distinct smell of whiskey and English leather. This detail helps to provide a sensory description of the Socs and adds to the overall atmosphere and characterization in the story.

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  • 10. 

    Ponyboy says he and Darry can't get along because he can never please Darry.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Ponyboy's statement suggests that he and Darry have a difficult relationship because he feels that he can never meet Darry's expectations or make him happy. This implies that Ponyboy feels a constant sense of disappointment or failure in his interactions with Darry, which can strain their relationship. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 11. 

    Ponyboy really likes Steve Randle.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that Ponyboy really likes Steve Randle. However, there is no evidence or context provided in the question to support this claim. Therefore, we cannot assume that Ponyboy really likes Steve Randle. Hence, the correct answer is false.

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  • 12. 

    Darry didn't want to involve the police when Pony didn't come home on time because he was afraid the police would take Pony away.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Darry didn't want to involve the police when Pony didn't come home on time because he was afraid the police would take Pony away. This suggests that Darry had concerns about Pony's safety and well-being if the police were to get involved. He likely believed that involving the police would lead to negative consequences for Pony, such as being taken away or facing legal trouble. Therefore, the statement is true as it accurately reflects Darry's fear and his reluctance to involve the police.

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  • 13. 

    Pony says Darry would be really handsome if his eyes weren't so cold.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Darry is considered handsome by Pony, but his cold eyes detract from his overall attractiveness. This implies that if Darry's eyes were not cold, he would be even more handsome. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 14. 

    The only thing Dally does honestly is deer breeding.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Dally only engages in deer breeding honestly, implying that she may be dishonest in other aspects of her life. However, since the statement is subjective and lacks context, it cannot be determined whether Dally is actually dishonest in other areas. Therefore, the correct answer is False as the statement cannot be proven true.

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  • 15. 

    Marcia thought Ponyboy and Johnny were both fourteen years old.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Marcia believed both Ponyboy and Johnny to be fourteen years old. This implies that Marcia had the understanding or perception that both Ponyboy and Johnny were of the same age, specifically fourteen. Therefore, the statement is true as it aligns with Marcia's belief.

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  • 16. 

    The boys had to jump off the train because the train wasn't going to actually stop where they were going.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that the boys had to jump off the train because it wasn't going to stop at their intended destination. This implies that the train was not going to stop where they wanted to get off, hence they had to take matters into their own hands and jump off the moving train. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 17. 

    Two-Bit slapped Ponyboy because Ponyboy insulted him for still being a junior in High School.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement in the question suggests that Two-Bit slapped Ponyboy because Ponyboy insulted him for still being a junior in high school. However, there is no evidence or context provided in the question to support this claim. Therefore, it is not possible to determine the reason why Two-Bit slapped Ponyboy based on the given information.

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  • 18. 

    The fight for self-preservation had hardened Dally beyond caring.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Dally has become emotionally detached and indifferent due to his constant struggle for survival. This implies that he no longer cares about others or their well-being, as his main focus is on protecting himself. Therefore, the answer "True" is correct as it accurately reflects Dally's hardened and uncaring nature.

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  • 19. 

    Dally says Ponyboy will die of pneumonia when he and Johnny show up at Buck Merril's house.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    In the novel "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton, Dally warns Ponyboy and Johnny that they will catch pneumonia if they continue to stay out in the cold after running away. This statement is true because pneumonia is a respiratory infection that can be caused by exposure to cold and damp conditions. Dally's concern for their well-being shows his protective nature towards Ponyboy and Johnny.

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  • 20. 

    Pony wishes he had the Socs' worries as his own instead of the ones he has.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Pony wishes to have the worries of the Socs instead of his own. This implies that Pony believes the Socs' worries are less burdensome or more desirable than his own. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 21. 

    Cherry says the Greasers are too emotional and the Socs are too cool with their emotions.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Cherry believes the Greasers are overly emotional, while the Socs are able to control and handle their emotions in a more composed manner. This implies that Cherry perceives the Greasers to be more expressive and open about their feelings, while the Socs are more detached and stoic. Therefore, the statement is true according to Cherry's perspective.

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  • 22. 

    Sodapop dropped out of school so he could dedicate himself to the rodeo full time.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Sodapop dropped out of school to fully commit himself to the rodeo. However, there is no evidence or information provided in the question to support this claim. Therefore, the answer is false as we cannot conclude that Sodapop dropped out of school for the rodeo.

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  • 23. 

    Johnny prefers it when his father beats him because that's when he knows that his dad knows he is there.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    This statement suggests that Johnny prefers it when his father beats him because it gives him a sense of validation and acknowledgement. It implies that Johnny believes that his father's physical abuse is a form of attention and recognition, which makes him feel seen and acknowledged by his dad. This perspective may stem from a dysfunctional and unhealthy dynamic within their relationship, where Johnny equates physical abuse with love and presence.

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  • 24. 

    The Socs like the Beatles, but the Greasers prefer Elvis Presley.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the Socs, a social group, have a preference for the Beatles, while the Greasers, another social group, prefer Elvis Presley. This implies that the two groups have different musical tastes. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 25. 

    Ponyboy hasn't returned to church since he went with the gang and they all misbehaved.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement implies that Ponyboy hasn't gone back to the church after the incident when he and his gang misbehaved there. This suggests that the statement is true, as it indicates that Ponyboy has not returned to the church since that event.

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  • 26. 

    Mickey Mouse was Darry's favorite horse.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
  • 27. 

    Ponyboy wishes he looked like Elvis Presley.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that Ponyboy wishes he looked like Elvis Presley. However, there is no evidence provided in the question or any context given to support this statement. Therefore, we cannot assume that Ponyboy wishes to look like Elvis Presley. Without any supporting information, we cannot determine the accuracy of this statement. Hence, the correct answer is False.

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  • 28. 

    The West side of town was only thirty miles away from the movies.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
  • 29. 

    Two-Bit is exactly eighteen years old.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that Two-Bit is exactly eighteen years old. Since "exactly" implies that there is no room for error or approximation, the statement contradicts itself. It is not possible for someone to be exactly eighteen years old at any given moment, as time is constantly passing. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 30. 

    Marcia refused to drink the coke Dally bought.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Marcia refused to drink the coke that Dally bought. However, the correct answer is False because the statement does not provide any information about whether Marcia refused to drink the coke or not. Without any additional context or information, we cannot determine the veracity of the statement.

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  • 31. 

    Dally has a round face and green-hazel eyes.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is "Dally has a round face and green-hazel eyes." However, since the answer is "False," it means that Dally does not have a round face and green-hazel eyes.

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  • 32. 

    Dally slashed the tires on Bob and Randy's car.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
  • 33. 

    The Socs go to the cinemas The Dingo and Jay's.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
  • 34. 

    Pony describes Johnny as a little white puppy that has been adopted by a caring family.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement describes Johnny as a little white puppy that has been adopted by a caring family. However, since the statement is about Pony describing Johnny, it implies that Pony is the one describing Johnny, not the other way around. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 35. 

    A blue Corvair was following Ponyboy after he left the movie in the first chapter.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
  • 36. 

    When he was eleven years old, Pony saved money for a whole year to help buy back Mickey Mouse.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because it says that Pony saved money for a whole year to help buy back Mickey Mouse. However, it does not provide any information about who or what Mickey Mouse is and why it needs to be bought back. Therefore, without this context, it is not possible to determine the accuracy of the statement.

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  • 37. 

    Ponyboy was trembling when they got to Buck Merril's house because he was so afraid.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
  • 38. 

    Johnny doesn't speak much to girls because of the talk Dally gave him while Steve was in reform school.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Johnny doesn't speak much to girls because of the talk Dally gave him while Steve was in reform school. However, the correct answer is False, implying that Johnny's lack of communication with girls is not due to the talk given by Dally.

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  • 39. 

    Ponyboy says it's rare to find a kid who doesn't drink once in a while, and Sodapop is not the exception.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement contradicts itself. Ponyboy says it is rare to find a kid who doesn't drink once in a while, but then claims that Sodapop is not the exception. If Sodapop is not the exception, it means he does drink once in a while, which goes against the initial statement. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 40. 

    Cherry likes to look at the sunrise, same as Ponyboy.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Cherry and Ponyboy both enjoy watching the sunrise.

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