Claim: “The outsiders is an amazing piece of literature that has changed the perception of “gangs” and “preppy” culture. The ‘socs’ or ‘socials’ are your run-of-the-mill high class preppy type—while the “greasers” are the portrayal of ‘gang’ culture in the 50’s.”
Counterclaim: “The Outsiders does not portray ‘gang’ culture in the 50’s correct . It only portrays white ‘gang’ culture opposed to the vast majority of persons of color ‘gang’ culture that happed in the 50’s.”