What Were The Two Groups In The Outsiders?

The book details the conflict between two rival gangs divided by their socioeconomic status: the working-class “greasers” and the upper-class “Socs” (pronounced /ˈsoʊʃɪz/—short for Socials). The story is told in first-person perspective by teenage protagonist Ponyboy Curtis. What are greasers and Socs? SOCS and Greasers are the two rival groups Read more…

What Are Johnny’S Injuries?

Johnny is in critical condition; his back is broken and he is suffering with third-degree burns. If he lives, he will not be able to walk for the rest of his life. What injury or injuries does Johnny have from the church? The children are rescued, but Ponyboy and Dally Read more…

Is Jack Or Ralph The Leader?

Ralph is voted by the boys to be the leader of the group, in the book he represents leadership, civilization and order. Who is the leader in Lord of the Flies? Ralph is the athletic, charismatic protagonist of Lord of the Flies. Elected the leader of the boys at the Read more…

Who Acquitted Ponyboy?

The judge. The judge acquits Ponyboy of the charges against him for his involvement in Bob’s murder, and closes the entire case. Despite their fears, the judge does not send Ponyboy and Sodapop to a “boy’s home,” and allows them to continue living under Darry’s guardianship. Who acquitted Ponyboy at Read more…