What does ponyboy decide to write about?
The assignment that Ponyboy decides to do for English is write about what happened from the very beginning. He wrote about the problems with the socs, running away to Windrexville, and Johnny and Dally’s death.
What is significant about the last sentence in the outsiders?
In his final essay for English class, Ponyboy writes about his own life because he wants to share his story of struggle and resilience. Additionally, Ponyboy wants to write his story to provide solace for similar boys in other cities, those who “[jump] at their own shadows” and believe they will always remain outcasts.
Why does ponyboy have to write a semester theme?
Why does Ponyboy have to write a semester theme? To pass his English class. Because his teacher does not like him. Because Darry wants him to.
What did ponyboy realize when he looked at Bobs picture?
Ponyboy wonders if Bob’s parents hate him, saying he prefers their hatred to their pity. Looking at the photograph and remembering conversations with Cherry and Randy, Ponyboy concludes that Bob was cocky, hot-tempered, frightened, and human.
Why did Darry yell at ponyboy Why did sodapop get upset?
Ponyboy aggravates Darry by telling him that it doesn’t make a difference what he does in school. Darry responds by yelling at Ponyboy and saying that he is living in a vacuum. While the two brothers fight, Sodapop cannot listen anymore. Sodapop then jumps up from the table and runs out of the house.
Who did Randy say is responsible for Bob’s death?
At this pronouncement, Ponyboy erupts, “I had the knife. I killed Bob.” Randy is confused but continues to correct Pony and assure him that Johnny killed Bob.
What is ponyboy afraid of?
Ponyboy has been in and out of consciousness after Johnny and Dally have both died. That information causes Ponyboy to feel some guilt because he isn’t sure if he had asked for Darry. Ponyboy fears that Darry will think Ponyboy doesn’t care about him. Something in his tone of voice made me look at him.