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Johnny didn't know what the poem "Nothing Gold Can Stay" meant when

Ponyboy first recited it at the church. Before he dies, Johnny tells Ponyboy to
"Stay gold." What character trait does this reveal about Johnny? *
Johnny is made of gold.
Johnny thinks Ponyboy is wealthy.
Johnny wants Ponyboy to hold onto his innocence
Johnny wants Ponyboy to feel guilty that Bob is dead.

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Johnny wants pony boy to hold onto his innocence
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Answer:

I believe it is because he wants him to hold on to his innocence

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