Answer:
Johnny is always "out in the open", along with the rest of the outsiders. This may resemble how easy it is for the boys to get hurt, as they do not have any protection and are an easy target.
Explanation:
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Not following the law; Disobeying the law
Ponyboy feels scared. He believes they are going to jump him and hurt him as badly as they did his friend Johnny Cade.