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      • Dally grew up on the streets of New York and learned early to depend upon himself. He has a long criminal record and is prone to risk-taking, yet he is also a loyal and compassionate friend. He is devoted to Johnny, in whom he sees the potential that he himself has lost.
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  2. He shows special care for one of the gang’s younger members, Johnny, a sweet kid whom Ponyboy describes as sensitive. Through Dally’s relationship with Johnny, to whom he acts as a stand-in older brother, Dally reveals a good heart underneath his mean exterior.

  3. Dally and Johnny both come from broken homes and are significant members of the Greaser gang. Johnny views Dally as a hero for his courage and loyal attitude.

  4. Dally doesn't have any interest in saving the little kids from the fire—but he doesn't hesitate to try to save Johnny. In fact, Johnny's life is so valuable to him that he doesn't think he can live without Johnny.

  5. Dally grew up on the streets of New York and learned early to depend upon himself. He has a long criminal record and is prone to risk-taking, yet he is also a loyal and compassionate friend. He is devoted to Johnny , in whom he sees the potential that he himself has lost.

  6. Nov 21, 2023 · Johnny and Dally. Although Dally has a cold exterior, he has a soft spot for Johnny. Ponyboy explains that Dally does not love anyone except for Johnny.

  7. But Dally has a soft spot toohis love for Johnny. Johnny represents the hope that Dally has lost, and Dally strives to protect Johnny from the forces that threaten to pull him into the cycle of violence that has enveloped Dally.

  8. Johnny and Pony turn to Dally when they need help escaping after Johnny kills Bob. Dally is there for them, giving Pony, literally, the coat off his own back. Through these gestures, the readers are able to genuinely like Dally.

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