The Outsiders Ch. 2-3 Quiz Cds/Lat

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Chapter 2-3 of the outsiders

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1. How is Dallas different from Johnny and Ponyboy?
- A.
  
  Dallas does not reveal his true emotions while Ponyboy and Johnny express themselves more often
- B.
  
  Dallas has a way of making people listen to him, Ponyboy and Johnny's voices are not heard by many.
- C.
  
  Ponyboy and Johnny have family they can depend on, Dallas only has himself
- D.
  
  Ponyboy and Johnny have known each other all their lives, but only recently have they met Dallas
Correct Answer
A. Dallas does not reveal his true emotions while Ponyboy and Johnny express themselves more often

Explanation
Dallas is different from Johnny and Ponyboy because he keeps his true emotions hidden, whereas Ponyboy and Johnny are more open in expressing themselves. This suggests that Dallas may be more guarded or secretive compared to the other two. Additionally, the statement implies that Ponyboy and Johnny's voices are not heard by many, while Dallas has a way of making people listen to him. This could indicate that Dallas is more assertive or persuasive in getting his point across.

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2.

2. Which of these two details is true regarding the time mentioned in the flasback scene?
- A.
  
  The attackers were drinking and there were 5 of them.
- B.
  
  The attackers drove a Ford and carried a baseball bat.
- C.
  
  The attackers drove a mustang and had a ring Johnny would never forget.
- D.
  
  The attackers tried to drown Johnny, but he hit them and ran away
Correct Answer
C. The attackers drove a mustang and had a ring Johnny would never forget.
3.

3. How old are Johnny and Ponyboy?
- A.
  
  13 and 16
- B.
  
  14 and 17
- C.
  
  14 and 15
- D.
  
  14 and 16
Correct Answer
D. 14 and 16

Explanation
Johnny and Ponyboy are 14 and 16 years old respectively. This can be inferred from the given options where the combination "14 and 16" is the only one that matches their ages.

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4.

4. What did Cherry and Ponyboy decide the real difference between the Socs and the Greasers was?
- A.
  
  The Socs lived on one side of town, while the Greasers lived on the other side of town.
- B.
  
  The Socs had money and the Greasers did not.
- C.
  
  The Socs did not have any worries and the Greasers had many worries.
- D.
  
  The Socs did not show their emotions, they were cold and the Greasers acted on their emotions.
Correct Answer
D. The Socs did not show their emotions, they were cold and the Greasers acted on their emotions.

Explanation
Cherry and Ponyboy decided that the real difference between the Socs and the Greasers was that the Socs did not show their emotions and were cold, while the Greasers acted on their emotions. This suggests that the Socs were more reserved and detached, while the Greasers were more open and expressive with their feelings.

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5. What did the country represent for Ponyboy and why?
- A.
  
  It represented peace because he could find none with all the troubles he faces.
- B.
  
  It represented his family because he use to go their with them.
- C.
  
  It represented a hiding place for him.
- D.
  
  It represented the differences between two types of people.
Correct Answer
A. It represented peace because he could find none with all the troubles he faces.

Explanation
Ponyboy sees the country as a representation of peace because he is unable to find peace amidst the troubles he faces in his daily life. The country provides him with a sense of tranquility and escape from the challenges and conflicts he experiences in the city. It serves as a refuge where he can find solace and temporary respite from his troubled reality.

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The Outsiders Ch. 2-3 Quiz Cds/Lat

1. How is Dallas different from Johnny and Ponyboy?

2. Which of these two details is true regarding the time mentioned in the flasback scene?

3. How old are Johnny and Ponyboy?

4. What did Cherry and Ponyboy decide the real difference between the Socs and the Greasers was?

5. What did the country represent for Ponyboy and why?