Johnny's Death in The Outsiders

Flashcards about key moments in The Outsiders focusing on Johnny's Death

Why is Johnny's death a significant moment for the Greasers?

It deeply affects Ponyboy, Dally, and the rest of the Greasers.

What is Ponyboy's initial reaction to Johnny's death?

Denial and an inability to accept what happened.

How did Johnny's death impact Ponyboy's relationship with his brothers?

It made him realize how lucky he was to have Darry and Soda and brought him closer to them.

What advice did Johnny give Ponyboy in his letter?

To 'Stay Gold', motivating Ponyboy to stay true to himself.

What did Ponyboy decide to do after reading Johnny's letter?

Embrace his sensitivity and intelligence and write his English paper on the Greasers.

How did Dally react to Johnny's death?

He lost all control, robbed a grocery store, and purposely provoked the police to shoot him as he had a death wish.

Why did Dally react so strongly to Johnny's death?

Johnny was the only thing that Dally loved, and his death was Dally's breaking point.

How did the other Greasers react to the news of Johnny's death?

There was a 'stricken silence'. Soda looked like he was going to cry, and Two-Bit closed his eyes and clenched his teeth.

What did Ponyboy realize through Johnny's situation?

He appreciated all Darry has done, all the sacrifices he's made and why he has been so hard on him.