3. Discuss Ponyboy's evolving conception of the Socs. How does his opinion of the Socs at the end of the novel differ from his opinion at the
beginning?

at the beginning ponyboy thinks that most of the socs are mean heartless and ruthless but near the end ponyboy realizes that even though they are mean they still have feelings and problems of there own.

I think that life outside of school as an adult will be much more important than being a student. I think that because as a kid you are protected from most things, and are also forgiven for most things you do. This is different from when you are an adult. As an adult you are taken more seriously, and have more responsibilities than a child. Hope this helps!