If the novel were to have any positive conclusions, what would they be?

He accepts that he must learn to let children grow up

What is ironically incorrect about Holden's idea of being a "catcher in the rye?"

He can't catch children, only meet and guide them.

Holden's response to Maurice's threats are similar to which other situation?

His response to Stradlater's warning

Ultimately, why is it difficult for Holden to have sex?

It's more important for him to know someone as a person

If it is wrong of Holden to think of Allie as if he were still alive, then.....

It's impractical to think Jane is still innocent

Which statement may provide a reason why Holden is still so distraught over Allie's death?

Holden never got closure after Allie died.

Holden's parents can best be described as...

distant and unsure how to guide him

Mr. Antolini says, Holden's insistence on, "dying nobly for an unworthy cause," best reveals..

Immaturity from being emotionally stunted by Allie's death.

Considering Holden's outlook, what might frustrate him most about Phoebe?

She will continue to grow and be exposed to the adult world

In what ways are Ch. 1 and Ch. 26 structurally similar?

Both chapters take place in the residential treatment facility.

What is the main reason Holden tries to punch Stradlater?

He was defending his memory of Jane

Spencer says, "Life is a game - it must be played according to the rules." What does Holden think about this statement?

He refuses to be involved at all with the game of life

Ernie is similar to the Lunt family because

Both showed off how good they were

What does the reader learn about Holden through his conversation with Mrs. Morrow?

He's a hypocrite calling others phony

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1
If the novel were to have any positive conclusions, what would they be?
He accepts that he must learn to let children grow up
Holden's refusal to be beaten by a phony society
He comes to terms with the truth that Allie is dead
That Spencer is correct, he must learn to play the game
2
What is ironically incorrect about Holden's idea of being a "catcher in the rye?"
His quest will fail, he can't grow up and be an adult.
He can't catch children, only meet and guide them.
He can't stop Phoebe from growing, and Allie never will.
He can't pursue a career if no college offers it as a major.
3
Holden's response to Maurice's threats are similar to which other situation?
His response to Ackley touching his things
His response to Mrs. Morrow
His response to Old Spencer's advice
His response to Stradlater's warning
4
Ultimately, why is it difficult for Holden to have sex?
The girls keep rejecting him
It's more important for him to know someone as a person
He's never been serious enough about anyone
His roommate's tactics don't work for him
5
If it is wrong of Holden to think of Allie as if he were still alive, then.....
It's wrong to think Holden can survive NYC
It is wrong to be upset with Horowitz in the cab
It's understandable for Holden to punch Stradlater
It's impractical to think Jane is still innocent
6
Which statement may provide a reason why Holden is still so distraught over Allie's death?
Holden never got closure after Allie died.
He's afraid Phoebe may suffer the same fate.
Allie's death was sudden and unexpected.
Holden and Allie were best friends.
7
Holden's parents can best be described as...
angry and resentful of their misfortunes
distant and unsure how to guide him
overly involved in their son's life.
loving and supportive of their son
8
Mr. Antolini says, Holden's insistence on, "dying nobly for an unworthy cause," best reveals..
Immaturity from being emotionally stunted by Allie's death.
Holden's need to give up on the ducks.
Maturity in living up to his own moral standards.
Holden's ability to let go of the past, let kids take risks.
9
The personal quality Holden admires about James Castle is the opposite quality he hates about..
Phoebe
Sally Hayes
Ackley
Allie
10
Considering Holden's outlook, what might frustrate him most about Phoebe?
She's already forgotten Allie and doesn't miss him
She acts like an immature child
She's closer to their parents than Holden
She will continue to grow and be exposed to the adult world
11
In what ways are Ch. 1 and Ch. 26 structurally similar?
Both chapters discuss Holden's inability to fit in
Both chapters take place in the residential treatment facility.
Ch. 1 - 26, the reader is written a chronological order
Both chapters reveal Holden hasn't learned anything
12
What is the main reason Holden tries to punch Stradlater?
He's the biggest phony at Pencey Prep
He was defending his memory of Jane
He was making fun of Holden's expulsion
He was mad that Stradlater criticized his essay
13
Spencer says, "Life is a game - it must be played according to the rules." What does Holden think about this statement?
He accepts the challenge to fit into society
He refuses to be involved at all with the game of life
He believes the rules are fair
He confronts Spencer and argues his beliefs
14
Ernie is similar to the Lunt family because
Both were disgusted by the fame and money they achieved
Each rejected Holden from the adult world
Both showed off how good they were
Holden offered to buy each a drink
15
What does the reader learn about Holden through his conversation with Mrs. Morrow?
He can be sensitive and passionate
He speaks to her like he cannot speak to his own mom
He's a hypocrite calling others phony
He enjoys lying to adults

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