Inside The Outsiders
Paul Newman- Famous actor whose films include Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid, The Road to Perdition & Cool Hand Luke
Will Rogers- Famous Cherokee-American cowboy from Oklahoma. In the 1930’s, he was one of the highest paid actors in Hollywood.
The Beatles
Beatlemania! is the term used to describe the “fan frenzy” that occurred at their concerts & appearances. The Beatles really became popular in the U.S. after their appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1964.
Elvis Presley - the first major U.S. rock-and-roll star - considered immoral & dangerous because of his dancing & lyrics - like The Beatles, people used to faint at his concerts
The Corvair
The Mustang
The Lingo……. Savvy- (adj) know what’s up, get the picture Cooler- (n) Jail Dig- (v) understand, appreciate Weeds- (n) cigarettes Chessy Cat- (n) Cheshire cat from Alice in Wonderland Lift- (v) Steal Whip- (v) Beat up Fuzz- (n) Police Hoods- (n) Small- time criminals (hoodlums) Heater- (n) gun
Good Readers Will Think About… Color imagery- hair, eyes Relationships- family, friends, rival groups Identity- How do different characters define themselves? Pony’s remarks at the end of every chapter: