The Outsiders The Outsiders
Reading Packet
Name:______________________________ Period:________ SR#:___________ The Outsiders Chapter#: ________ Comic Strip Summaries Directions: Create a comic strip of four major events in the chapter using talking/think bubbles. Write a summary using two to three complete sentences. (To receive a “4” pictures have to be colored) Chapter Summary: Reading Strategies Directions: Complete each section in complete sentences. Making Predictions 1. 2. Asking Questions 1. 2. Problem: Solution: The Outsiders Character Analysis Directions: Identify a character trait for the main character. Cite evidence that supports your claim (Note: make sure you provide the page number). Explain the trait and how it helps with the development of the story. Main Character: Main Character: Trait: Trait: Evidence (with page #): Evidence (with page#): Explanation: Explanation: Figurative Language and Literary Device Directions: Identify figurative language or a literary device used in the chapter. Justify your answer. Explain what the quote means. Pg. #: Connections Directions: Write 3 – 5 sentences making a personal, text, or world connection to a main idea, event, or character in the chapter. Pg. #: The Outsiders Vocabulary Development Directions: Identify a new word in each chapter as you read. Complete the chart after each chapter. Chapter 1 Page #: 2 Page #:
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The Outsiders Main Characters Character Name Character Description (Traits) Explain why this person is important to the story Picture of Character