How does Dave's going off compare to the same action by Colonel Sartoris Snopes on the story of The Man Who Was Almost a Man?

Both Dave and Colonel Sartoris Snopes seek independence and respect through their actions of going off; however, their motivations differ. Dave desires to prove his maturity and worth by buying a gun, while Colonel Sartoris Snopes seeks to assert his authority and dominance by flaunting his military background. Both characters face consequences for their actions, which ultimately shape their paths in the stories.