Themes (Junior Cert English): Flashcards
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How do characters define themselves in the novel?
How do characters define themselves in the novel?
By class, group, or personal values.
What struggle does Ponyboy face throughout the story?
What struggle does Ponyboy face throughout the story?
Balancing being a Greaser and an individual with dreams.
What do Cherry and Randy's experiences illustrate?
What do Cherry and Randy's experiences illustrate?
Identity goes beyond stereotypes; all face struggles.
What realization does Ponyboy have about class divisions?
What realization does Ponyboy have about class divisions?
The world is divided by more than just money.
How does violence affect characters in the novel?
How does violence affect characters in the novel?
It leads to suffering and destruction for many.
What does Johnny do to protect Ponyboy?
What does Johnny do to protect Ponyboy?
He kills Bob, which leads to tragic consequences.
What does the rumble demonstrate about fighting?
What does the rumble demonstrate about fighting?
It solves nothing and continues the cycle of violence.
What does Dally’s death symbolize?
What does Dally’s death symbolize?
Loss of hope leads to destruction.
How does Ponyboy lose his innocence?
How does Ponyboy lose his innocence?
Through experiences of death, violence, and trauma.
What does Johnny urge Ponyboy to do?
What does Johnny urge Ponyboy to do?
To 'stay gold' and hold onto his goodness.