What are two conflicts Ponyboy faces in The Outsiders? Ponyboy does not understand his schoolwork, and he does not get along with his brother Sodapop. Ponyboy does not understand his brother Darry, and he does not get along with the rich kids in town. Ponyboy does not find a ride home, and he does not like wearing the same type of clothing as those in the gang. Ponyboy does not know whom he loves the most, and he does not care about getting in trouble with the police.