Question

Read this excerpt from The Outsiders.

Then there were shouts and the pounding of feet, and the Socs jumped up and left me lying there, gasping. I lay there and wondered what in the world was happening—people were jumping over me and running by me and I was too dazed to figure it out. Then someone had me under the armpits and was hauling me to my feet. It was Darry.

"Are you all right, Ponyboy?”

He was shaking me and I wished he’d stop. I was dizzy enough anyway. I could tell it was Darry though—partly because of the voice and partly because Darry’s always rough with me without meaning to be.

What universal theme is present in this excerpt?

Losing hope means losing a battle.
Fitting in is important while growing up.
Challenging times bring families together.
A positive attitude can overcome anything.

Answer 1

Answer:

Challenging times bring families together.

Explanation:

Despite the problems the Curtis brothers have with each other, they have a strong familial bond. Darry is rough both physically and emotionally without meaning to be, but he truly cares for Ponyboy.

Answer 2

Answer:

Challenging times bring family together.

Explanation:

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