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For the greasers in S.E. Hinton's "The Outsiders," their long, well-oiled hair symbolizes their identity and defiance against societal norms. It represents their brotherhood, pride, and a sense of belonging within their group, distinguishing them from the more affluent Socs. The care they put into their hair reflects their desire to maintain a distinct image and a sense of self-worth in a world that often marginalizes them.
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What 2 things do greasers have according to Ponyboy?
Well their clothes, hair, being tough, and they like to fight unless you are referring to the book The Outsiders then Ponyboy doesn't like to fight
Do greasers like being called greasers?
i would say yes, they are proud of who they are....... and i would defidently say that thy would rather be greasers then socs!
According to ponyboy why do the courts cut people's hair?
The courts cut people's hair because Johnny says that it's a way of "breaking them". Since Greasers are very poor, the symbol of who they are are their long greasy hair. They can't afford mustangs or madras or rings like the socs that symbolize they are the richer group. The court believes that by cutting the only thing that the Greasers have- their hair- it would be a way of breaking them since they can't take anything else away from them.
What is the difference between the two gangs from the outsiders book?
i think it was the greasers and soches (like social)
What two features were the Greasers proud of?
Their rep and their long, greasy hair.
What did their long well-oiled hair symbolize to the greasers?
The greasers' long, well-oiled hair symbolized their sense of identity, rebellion, and non-conformity to mainstream society. It was a way for them to express their solidarity as a group and separate themselves from the wealthier "Socs" in their community.
What makes the greasers greasers?
THeir hair because its greasy
What 2 things do greasers have according to Ponyboy?
Well their clothes, hair, being tough, and they like to fight unless you are referring to the book The Outsiders then Ponyboy doesn't like to fight
Why was Ponybuy so reluctant to have his hair cut?
Greasers have long hair, short hair is not cool.
Do greasers like being called greasers?
i would say yes, they are proud of who they are....... and i would defidently say that thy would rather be greasers then socs!
What is a slang term for greasers?
Greasers IS a slang term - it means teenagers who wear lots of hair grease.
According to ponyboy why do the courts cut people's hair?
The courts cut people's hair because Johnny says that it's a way of "breaking them". Since Greasers are very poor, the symbol of who they are are their long greasy hair. They can't afford mustangs or madras or rings like the socs that symbolize they are the richer group. The court believes that by cutting the only thing that the Greasers have- their hair- it would be a way of breaking them since they can't take anything else away from them.
What is the difference between the two gangs from the outsiders book?
i think it was the greasers and soches (like social)
Why do the greasers wear there hair long?
The greasers in the novel "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton wear their hair long as a symbol of their nonconformity to societal norms and their rebellious attitude. Long hair was associated with a countercultural movement during the time the book is set (1960s), and the greasers use their appearance to express their dissatisfaction with the expectations placed on them by mainstream society.
What two features were the Greasers proud of?
Their rep and their long, greasy hair.
What is the greasers warning call in the outsiders?
Their long, greased back hair.
What are two things greasers had to be proud of?
Slick hair and good clothes.
