Answer: They act casually and go about regular business, such as smoking, while actually in grave danger.
Explanation:
The men here are acting casually. They are talking and smoking even though they are about to go out for an attack. This shows bravery in these men because they have accepted what they must do and have reduced their anxiety.
This makes them Hemingway heroes because Hemingway believes that men who participate in dangerous activities with a certain ease and bravery are worthy of the term, hero.
The function of the commas in this sentance is to seperate the thoughts, one being "Isn't it fanciful notion that any adult could actually understand teenager's mind?" and "As our parents always said"
Ponyboy is similar to Sodapop because they are both sympathetic individuals who have likable personalities. Also, Pony and Sodapop are tough kids who have experienced tragedy throughout life.
