The Outsiders Chapter Questions

Chapter 5:

1. Why does Pony have a problem with Johnny's idea to disguise themselves?

2. What does pony mean when he says, "I was supposed to be the deep one" (p. 75)?

3. Why does Johnny think is a hero (p. 76)? Do you think Dally is a hero based on what he did?

4. Why does Pony realize he doesn't like Dally? Can you explain what he means by this?

5. Examine Robert Frost's poem, Nothing Gold can Stay. What do you think the poem is saying?
How might this apply to the characters in the novel?

6. On page 78, Johnny compares Pony and his brothers to their parents. Which one of your
parents are you most like? What similarities do you share?

7. What does pony mean when he says he drinks Pepsis like a friend (p.78)?

8. What's a 'heater'? Why does Dally have one?

9. Why are the socs and the greasers going to fight in the vacant lot?

10. Who's the spy for the greasers? Does this surprise you? Why or why not?