The Outsiders Chapter 1 Quiz- CDS

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What happened to Ponyboy's parents?
- They were caught in the middle of a local gang fight and killed
- A tragic house fire took their lives
- They were killed in a car accident
- It did not mention how they passed away

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 1 of 'The Outsiders' by S. E. Hinton, covering key plot points and character insights.

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Which of the three boys listed were brothers?
- Johnny, Darry, and Ponyboy
- Ponyboy, Johnny, and Two-Bit
- Ponyboy, Darry, and Sodapop
- Ponyboy, Sodpop, and Steve
Correct Answer

A. Ponyboy, Darry, and Sodapop

Explanation

Ponyboy, Darry, and Sodapop were listed as brothers.

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3.

Where did Dally (Dallas) live for three years, which changed his life and made him tougher?
- New Brunswick
- New Jersey
- New Orleans
- New York
Correct Answer

A. New York

Explanation

Dally (Dallas) lived in New York for three years, which had a significant impact on his life and made him tougher. Living in New York exposed Dally to a harsh and challenging environment, where he had to navigate through the tough streets and face various hardships. This experience likely forced Dally to develop a tougher exterior and a more resilient attitude to survive in such a demanding city.

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Who was Ponyboy's bestfriend?
- Johnny
- Sodapop
- Darry
- Dally
Correct Answer

A. Johnny

Explanation

Ponyboy's best friend was Johnny. This can be inferred from the context of the question, as it specifically asks for Ponyboy's best friend. Out of the given options, Johnny is the most logical choice as he is frequently mentioned as Ponyboy's closest companion throughout the novel "The Outsiders."

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5.

What does the word "tuff" mean to the Greasers?
- Hard
- Rough
- Cool
- Awesome
Correct Answer

A. Cool

Explanation

The word "tuff" means "cool" to the Greasers. This suggests that the Greasers find something or someone who is "tuff" to be impressive, admirable, or fashionable. It is likely that the Greasers use this word to describe things or people that they consider to be stylish, edgy, or desirable within their social group.

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The Outsiders Chapter 1 Quiz- Cds

What happened to Ponyboy's parents?

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Which of the three boys listed were brothers?

Where did Dally (Dallas) live for three years, which changed his life and made him tougher?

Who was Ponyboy's bestfriend?

What does the word "tuff" mean to the Greasers?