When Johnny is attacked by the Socs, he is the only major character involved; however, Ponyboy describes how the greasers responded. Why is Ponyboy's description important?
You know the most about how Johnny reacted, which only gives insight into his perspective.
The reader knows how most members reacted, which gives you insight into their perspective.
Since you know how all the boys responded, you know the story is told from third-person omnisicent point of view.
Since you know how only some of the boys responded, you know the story is told from third-person limited point of view.
The correct answer is: The reader knows how most members reacted, which gives you insight into their perspective.
Ponyboy's description of how the greasers responded is important because it allows the reader to understand the collective reaction and perspective of the group. By providing insight into how the other greasers reacted to Johnny being attacked, the reader gains a deeper understanding of the dynamics within the greasers' group and their sense of loyalty and unity.