Let's think about Darry and Ponyboy. The last interaction between Pony and Darry was an argument ending with Darry slapping Ponyboy, causing Pony to run from the house that night. In chapter 5, Pony will have a dream about being with Darry and Soda. Start thinking from Darry's perspective: the last thing you did to your little brother was shout at him and slap him in the face, and now he is forced to run away. You don't know if you'll see him again. How are you (Darry) feeling about all this?

guilty

Explanation:

I let my anger get the best of my causing me to act in a very violent improper manner

the symbol of the grandfather's heritage in this excerpt from "the medicine bag,” is the beaded bolo tie.

a bolo tie is a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp which is worn as a necktie. they have been used by native american tribes such as hopi, navajo, zuni, and puebloans since the mid-20th century.

therefore, the fact that the grandfather is wearing a bolo tie refers to his heritage as native american.