Question

( only answer if u have read or watched outsiders )

Answer 1

Answer:

Despite Johnny being charged with manslaughter, he would probably avoid the charge by pleading self-defense. Bob Sheldon and his Soc friends initiated the altercation, and Bob was attempting to drown Ponyboy, which is the reason Johnny intervened.

Johnny and Ponyboy ran away because Darry slapped Ponyboy and it aggravated Ponyboy.

Johnny killed Bob out of self defense. He knew that another beating was coming, and he killed Bob before it started. Johnny also killed Bob to protect Ponyboy.

Explanation:

hope this helps!!

Answer 2

ponyboy got in a fight or argument with his brother Danny, so Johnny takes out a knife to stab Bob, the Soc who tried to drown ponyboy. Ponyboy is afraid of getting sent to the reformatory and Johnny might die from the electric chair. (that's all I know from the story and movie for real)