Novel Study: The Outsiders: Discussion Guide #2

Use this discussion guide to support students’ comprehension and analysis of S.E. Hinton’s novel The Outsiders! This guide spans chapters 5–8 of the novel, from Ponyboy and Johnny’s first days hiding out at the church to the gang’s reunion at the hospital. Geared toward seventh- and eighth-grade readers, this two-page worksheet provides comprehension, analysis, and personal connection questions that are designed to target critical literacy skills, such as citing text evidence to support inferences, comparing and contrasting characters, and analyzing the author’s use of metaphor. Be sure to click on the “View answer key” button to see sample answers for each question. For additional novel study resources for The Outsiders, check out the full set of worksheets related to the book.