In Chapter 3 of "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton, Ponyboy Curtis goes for a walk with Johnny Cade after a confrontation with some Socs, who threaten them. During their walk, they discuss their lives and the divisions between the Socs and the Greasers. They encounter a group of Soc girls, Cherry and Marcia, who are at the drive-in. Ponyboy and Johnny are initially nervous, but the girls end up inviting them to sit with them, and they bond over their shared interests.
Later, the girls' Soc boyfriends arrive, leading to a confrontation. The Greasers and the Socs engage in a tense standoff, but the girls manage to diffuse the situation by leaving with their Soc boyfriends, preventing any violence. This chapter highlights the social divisions and tensions between the groups, while also showcasing moments of connection and understanding between the characters. It sets the stage for the ongoing conflicts and relationships that develop throughout the rest of the novel.
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