Thursday+9-25-08

1)  On the bottom of p. 133 (CO) or p. 116 (IL), when Pony asks what kind of world it is, what comment is he making about how society judges people?  2)  Explain why Pony might rather anyone’s hate than their pity (p. 162, CO or p. 141, IL)? Do you agree with him? 

3)  Explain how Darry and Ponyboy play tug-of-war with Soda. Have you ever felt caught in the middle like that?

4) Why does Two-Bit try and stop Ponyboy from getting "tough"- isn't that what being in their gang is all about? Why is he relieved when Ponyboy starts picking up the glass? (p. 171-172, CO or p. 149-149, IL)

5) What do you think is the theme of this book? What message do you think the author is trying to send? Use examples or quotes from the book to support your answer.