"The Outsiders" is a really interesting book written by S.E Hinton. In this essay, I will show how the quote "things are rough all over" is true in the story. This quote means that everyone has tough times, no matter who they ar. It shows that struggles are common to everyone and reminds us that nobody is free from life's challenges. One example that proves the quote is when Ponyboy Curtis, the main caracter, meets the Socs, who are richer than him. Even though the Socs seem to have it all, they also face rough times. In an important event, Ponyboy's friend Johnny is hurt badly by some Socs, showing how violent the fights betweeen the two groups can be. This shows that even if you seem to have verything, you can still have rouble and danger. The Socs may have stuf and money, but they still have to deal with the problems that come from fighting with the greasers. …show more content…
To escape from the consequences of what Johnny did to protect themselves, the two boys run away. They feel scared and uncertin as they hide in an empty church. This shows that hard times can happen anywhere, no matter where you come from or how much money you hve. It proves that challenges can come up unexpectedly, which shows that the quote is true. Ponyboy and Johnny's journey shows that problems in life aren't only for certain neighborhoods or groups but can happen to anyone. The third event that proves the quote happens during the big fight between the Socs and the greasers, the group that Ponyboy belongs to. The fight shiws how much the two groups hate each other and how violent they can be. No matter which side you're on, the fight shows that roughness is a part of society in general. It shows that fights and problems can happen to anyone, not just certain people. The fight is a clear example of the tough and tense times that exist outside of social