Character Analysis Of The Character Darry In 'The Outsiders'

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The best character in The Outsiders is Darry. Darry’s parents died then Darry be compelled work hard, because he always needs money for his life. The main character has two brothers. One is Soda and the other brother is Darry. The main character that name is Ponyboy introduces Darry to “Works too long and hard to be interested in a story or drawing.”. So, Ponyboy does not like Darry as well, but he has a profound bond with Darry, after all the three of them support each other in order to survive. I like character Darry, because in book’s story, Darry was taking care for Ponyboy and Soda. But, Ponyboy don’t understand why Darry works so hard. My point of view for Darry is he is diligent in everything, very compassion to them, even they do

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