How did Ponyboy's choices affect his identity in The Outsiders?​

Perhaps the best example of Ponyboy being a positive influence on other characters is when he reads and recites poetry to Johnny . Most importantly, Ponyboy recites a poem, "Nothing Gold can Stay," while he and Johnny are holed up in the church. This poem helps Johnny to articulate his feelings about life.

Explanation:

the central idea is basically saying that juveniles that have committed a crime will not have the same consequences as the   adults that have. they will have a softer punishment than what the adults have that is harsh in some ways.