Chapter One and Two of the Outsiders

Chapters 1 and 2: Questions

Answer the following in complete sentences and paragraphs:

1. With what social group does Ponyboy identify himself from the first paragraph of the book? How is he like the others in his group? How is he different from his peer group?

2. Tell about Ponyboy’s family. Who are his family members and what are they like? What is Pony’s relationship with each of his brothers?

3. Who are the other “members” of Pony’s social group? Describe each person.

4. When Cherry said, “Things are rough all over,” what did she mean?

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