Nquizzes for the book the outsiders by se hinton

The socs idea of having a good time is beating up greasers like ponyboy. This book is worth 7 points, and this book is probably intended for people 12 and above. About the outsiders the outsiders summary character list glossary themes quotes and analysis chapters 1 and 2 chapter 3 chapter 4 chapter 5 chapter 6 chapters 7 and 8 chapter 9 chapters 10 and 11 chapter 12 films based on s. Ponyboy, sodapop, darry, dally, steve, johnny, and twobit. The author has created the personality of the characters through the descriptions of ponyboythe. They also make good projects for the students to make themselves. The outsiders discussion questions, graphic organizers, writing prompt, and a final quiz. The most interesting fact about this book in particular is that, this was the first novel written by the author, who began working on it at the. Ponyboy in the outsiders thinks his life is figured out, until one night his world is flipped upside down.

Each worksheet is composed of six to ten shortanswer questions that students can answer chronologically as they read each chapter. Hinton was only fifteen when she began writing her debut novel, the outsiders, and was only seventeen when it was published. Introduction in this book analysis, about the book the outsiders by s. The download is available via purchase from amazon for the outsiders. See more ideas about the outsiders, darry and the outsiders 1983. Ok it might not be a book that will be counted as a classic but then a lot of books that are critically acclaimed are absolutely boring.

Hinton i will discuss character and plot development, as well as the setting, the authors style and my opinions about the book. Together these ragtag, workingclass boys, known as greasers to the locals, try to make their way in the world, without privilege, supervision, or education. Hes also an orphan whose two older brothers and streetsmart friends guard and protect him. As a teacher, you can use these questions in the classroom, or in online discussion forums, to confirm that your students are reading the book. Cherry valence, ponyboy curtis, and so many other characters were just really. Hinton is making the connection that the two boys are not what society expects. The novel tells the story of ponyboy curtis and his struggles with right and wrong in a society in which he believes that he is an outsider. Apr, 2017 in honor of the outsiders 50th anniversary, author s. We first meet our narrator, fourteenyearold ponyboy, as hes walking home from the moviesalone, which is something we know hes not supposed to be doing. The most interesting fact about this book in particular is that, this was the first novel written by the author, who began working on it at the impressive age of 15. The characters in the plot give the reader a feeling this can be a true story. Confronting america with a new breed of antihero from the wrong side of the class divide, the outsiders is a young adult novel of enduring power. Oct 2, 2012 im just really glad theres no law saying i cant be obsessive.

Clare 5172011 a book from my childhood it brings back many happy memories of reading it at school in my english lit class. I was worried and angered by the social situation, hinton writes. Dally is awful and, at first, doesnt want to get involved in the rescue, yet he also followed and was burned as he. A chicago tribune book world spring book festival honor book an ala best book for. A story written in 1965 is still relevant today and captivates the reader with a youthful, slangy writing style which allows the reader to bond with the characters. If you can take this quiz without looking back into the book and getting any wrong answers. What does ponyboy find in the book gone with the wind. Hinton was 15 when she began writing the novel and 17 when it was published. Hinton s the outsiders contains one set of questions for each chapter of the book. Who cares if its written by a girl and at that age. Jun 25, 2009 book trailers are an innovative way for educators to introduce books to their students. Hinton looks back on the bestselling 1967 book and 1983 film with us weekly read the exclusive interview.

Hinton that shows the struggles of growing up hinton did a fine job with the character development, the plot, and the theme with a few flaws. Our school district requires the students to read a book over summer vacation from a list of approved age appropriate books they provide. Be sure you understand the conflicts between the socs and. Aug 17, 2018 the download is available via purchase from amazon for the outsiders. Hinton thoughtfully crafted the outsiders out of her own experiences. Hinton, were not very heroicthey were just humansit was easy to believe that this is the way they should be. Hintons the outsiders contains one set of questions for each chapter of the book. What are good questions to ask the author of the outsiders, s. Hinton tells the story of 14yearold ponyboy curtis and his struggle with right and wrong in a society in which he is an outsider.

The outsiders book cover design as part of the puffin design award i created a cover design for the book the outsiders by s. The outsiders is a book that delves deeply into the hearts, minds, and stories of a group that had no voice before s. Also, audiobooks are available for free with an audible trial from amazon. Hinton this study guide consists of approximately 90 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of the outsiders. The outsiders has been required reading in all the schools i have taught. Ponyboy curtis and his gang of greasers regularly fight with the upperclass socs. Hinton recalls that when she published her debut novel, the outsiders, in 1967, there was no youngadult market. This is a basic quiz on the book the outsiders by s. It also helps that you can reward the kids with watching the movie after reading the book and taking the ar test. The outsiders by s e hinton is a groundbreaking, timeless story by a brilliant writer. Hinton, is a story of violence, class conflict, and death. The exuberating story concentrates on an adventure that brought forth courage and strength from the heart to a young boy living in a place where challenges are encountered everyday and must be fought whether you have the money. The outsiders trivia and quizzes fun trivia quizzes.

Dear reader, it is very difficult for me to write about myself, and especially the outsiders, which was written at a horrendous time in my life, was published by a series of mindboggling synchronicities, and has gone further than any author dared dream. May 19, 2017 ponyboy in the outsiders thinks his life is figured out, until one night his world is flipped upside down. Hinton was only seventeen, laying bare the hopes and terrors between teenage bravado in a world of driveins, drag races and switchblades. Ponyboy curtis, a teenaged member of a loose gang of greasers, is leaving a movie theater when he is jumped by socs, the greasers rival gang. Hinton looks back on the outsiders for 50th anniversary. The book details the conflict between two rival gangs divided by their socioeconomic. Dont forget she also wrote others like rumble fish and that was then, this is now. The outsiders study guide contains a biography of author s. My son read the outsiders his freshman summer going into sophomore year. Ponyboy curtis and his gang of greasers regularly fight with the upperclass.

It is also a story of loyalty, friendship, and finding your place in the world. The outsiders is the lifestory of fourteenyearold ponyboy michael curtis. Hinton had been a teenager when she wrote the outsiders, something inside her clicked. When ponyboy gets caught in the wrong place at the wrong time, he has to figure out what the right thing to do is. Hinton tells the story of 14yearold ponyboy curtis and his struggle with right and wrong in a society in which he is. Hinton lesson plans for the outsiders and other books. If you can take this quiz without looking back into the book and getting any wrong answers, youre either cheating or have superpowers. Ponyboy curtis is a goodnatured teen who loves books and movies. Hinton chapter 1, we get introduced to the man of the story which is ponyboy curtis and we get to see the conditions that surround him in the environment he exists in and the socs who give him a hard time. The outsiders novel simple english wikipedia, the free. E hinton sinarmas world academy international school.

A searing story of loyalty, trust, friendship and betrayal, hintons remarkable, rebellious novel written when she was only 17 captures the. This resource is designed to be used with an audio book but can easily be. Hinton was 15 when she started writing the novel but did most of the work when she was 16 and a junior in high school. The outsiders was an audacious debut written when s. How would you classify the novel based on feminist theory. With what does ponyboy threaten the socs who approach him outside of the convenience store. The book details the conflict between two rival gangs divided by their socioeconomic status. What age is appropriate for the book the outsiders by s. My aim for this project was to create a design that was appealing to its teenage target market, while also grabbing the attention of adults. Cherry valence, ponyboy curtis, and so many other characters were just really welldeveloped. In honor of the outsiders 50th anniversary, author s. Hinton speak 1997, mass market paperback isbn 0881030392 9780881030396 fiction ya, 192 pages source. By the time we were finished reading the book a couple of parents had found out that we were reading it and did not approve. Her book, written by a teenager about teenagers in tulsa.

In this part of the analysis i will give some information about the subjects of the book, and about the author. The outsiders is a book that changed the style of young adult writers because it went off from the genre that young adult writer were using during that time period. When i stepped out into the bright sunlight from the darkness of the movie house, i had only two things on my mind. Johnny, by one definition, is a murderer, yet hes also a hero. Hintons classic novel for young adults introduces the main rivals and their struggles. Hinton explores a multitude of themes throughout the story, such as friendship, and coming of age. His east side neighborhood is patrolled by bullying socials, rich kids from the west side of town.

Hinton, 62 censorship back when i was in seventh grade, my class was reading the outsiders. Its dated, but it can be tied into bullying, which is a hot topic now. A teacher answer key for each chapter handout is included. Hinton is a book famous for its coming of age exploration of right and wrong.

For those of you who dont know, ive already written a quiz about the outsiders. Hinton tells the story of 14yearold ponyboy curtis and his struggle with right and wrong in a. Ponyboy knows what to expect and knows he can count on his brothers and friends until the night. She had not originally intended to publish the book at all, but. Hinton s novels related links essay questions quiz 1 quiz 2 quiz 3 quiz 4 citations. Each quiz is composed of six to seven multiple choice questions. Most of the students reading the book really enjoyed it. Susan eloise hinton, the writer of the book the outsiders published this novel under the alias s. She began writing the book at age 15, spurred on by the disturbing trend she saw growing in her high school towards division between groups. My aim for this project was to create a design that was appealing to its teenage target. Everyone is an outsider in this book especially the bruins.