Question
Why does Hinton choose the setting of the Nightly Double in chapter 2 of The Outsiders as a place for Ponyboy to meet Cherry Valance, a Soc?
It is a drive-in where only greasers usually go.
It is a drive-in where both gangs go.
It is a drive-in that is heavily supervised by adults.
It is a drive-in where only Socs usually go.
It is a drive-in where only greasers usually go.
It is a drive-in where both gangs go.
It is a drive-in that is heavily supervised by adults.
It is a drive-in where only Socs usually go.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
In chapter 2 of *The Outsiders*, Hinton chooses the setting of the Nightly Double as a place for Ponyboy to meet Cherry Valance, a Soc, because **it is a drive-in where both gangs go**. This setting highlights the social tensions between the Greasers and the Socs, while also allowing for a rare moment of interaction between members of the rival groups. The drive-in serves as a neutral ground where characters from both sides can encounter each other outside of the typical gang violence and rivalry, making it a significant place for their relationship to begin developing.