The second section clearly outlines the theme of the Swede as an outsider, separate from the community formed by the other men. This becomes clear when the men pair up to play the card game. The Swede appeals to each man when he makes his claim about Western violence; the Easterner, the cowboy, and Johnnie all profess not to understand him. Of course, this further heightens the Swede’s hysteria, while also solidifying his separation from the other men.