Alternative Decisions In The Outsiders By S. E. Hinton

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Would things have happened differently if characters made alternative decisions? Throughout The Outsiders by S.E Hinton, characters make decisions that alter and progress the plot. These decisions affect relationships, characters, and the storyline. One of the decisions that altered relationships and plot was when Darry slapped Ponyboy. Because Darry got so upset and lashed out on Pony, he ran away. He and Johnny go to a park to cool down. Johnny ends up killing a soc, and they flee. They leave because of the murder, but Pony decides to join because he didn't want to face Darry. Had the circumstances been different, meaning if Darry hadn't slapped Ponyboy, maybe Pony would feel confident in confiding in Darry and turning himself in. The argument