The Outsiders
Why does Dally ultimately decide to rob the grocery store? (use textual evidence to support your answer) Answer the question in a RACE response.
I am referring to ch 9 or 10. Don't forget to use RACE
I am referring to ch 9 or 10. Don't forget to use RACE
Dally has a death wish after Johnny dies. He robs the grocery store to get the attention of the police. Dally plans for the police to kill him; Ponyboy knows he's only bluffing when he pulls out his gun, but the goal is for the police to shoot back. His death makes Ponyboy realize that although Johnny appears a hero while Dally appears a hoodlum, Dally was heroic, too.