Traits.....this is becuse that is what characterization means
A Of all the subjects . I think???
Marcus has been kidnapped. He has no visible way to get out, and is now stuck in the back of the car. He also as one of his friends bleeding from a stab wound.
Answer:
Johnny Cade is not guilty of murder because he was defending not only his life but the life of another human being as well. He was in a threatening situation, living in a violent home with abusive parents, and he was defending Ponyboy Curtis.