
The Outsiders - Chapter 6 - Conflict and Characterization
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Sharon Schwarz
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The Outsiders - Chapter 6 - Conflict and Characterization
Mrs. Schwarz, Ms. Douglas and Ms. Fuentes
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Multiple Choice
"Two-bit liked fights, blondes, and for some unfathomable reason, school, but mostly for the social aspect."
very obvious
quite terrifying
difficult to understand
exciting
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Today's Objectives
Review major plot elements to get our heads back in the game!
Analyze how authors build tension and conflict
Trace the development of characters - especially Johnny, Pony and Dally, by examining their ACTION and DIALOGUE specifically.
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Multiple Choice
"I guess that guy knew how in hysterics I was because he talked to me in a low, soothing voice the whole way to the hospital."
whispering
harsh
calming
irritating
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Conflict
The problem in a story
person vs. person, society, nature or THEMSELVES
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Open Ended
What are the serious conflicts in our story so far? Think about the obvious and underlying conflicts.
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Reading Focus
How does conflict INCREASE and tension BUILD in this chapter?
How do Dally, Johnny and Pony reveal themselves more fully through action and dialogue?
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How does Hinton build tension and add to the conflict of her story?
How does she make things even worse for our characters?
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How does she add depth to Johnny, Dally and Pony?
Think specifically about their actions and dialogue?
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Open Ended
What might we learn about stereotyping from this chapter? How have the actions and words of our characters challenged your perception of Greasers?
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Homework
Finish ALL of Chapter 6 for Thursday/Friday. There WILL be your first reading check quiz of the marking period to start class!
The Outsiders - Chapter 6 - Conflict and Characterization
Mrs. Schwarz, Ms. Douglas and Ms. Fuentes
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