The Outsiders Choices Quotes

Before the fire, Johnny makes the brave decision to turn himself in. The fact that he takes the needs of Pony, Darry, and Soda into account in his decision shows how what a thoughtful person he's growing into.

We don't know for sure if Pony and Johnny's cigarettes started the fire, but it's obvious that this fear helps push Pony to save the kids. We suspect he would have done so anyway, though.

Like Cherry, Pony is making the decision to stay away from alcohol. He really doesn't like seeing Two-Bit drinking to prepare for the rumble. Still, Pony might be assuming some things – Two-Bit's reasons for drinking are probably complicated.