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Book Summary: Ponyboy Curtis
Ponyboy Curtis

He's the main character of the book who is the youngest of the Greasers. His interests and academical accomplishments are way too good compared to the rest of the gang. Even though he's 14, he understands how social groups function and he tries to adapt as much as he can. He has two brothers, Darry and Sodapop, who are also in the gang. Their parents have died in a car accident.

Darrel(Darry) Curtis
He's Ponyboy's oldest brother. He has had to quit school to take care of the rest of the family. He works in two jobs. The other Greasers call him "Superman".

Johnny Cade
He's the one Ponyboy relates the most in the gang. He's 16 years old. He's mostly quiet and passive compared to the group. He has been attacked by the Socs
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