The Catcher in the Rye

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• Leerjaar 4

The Catcher in the Rye

Holden consistently calls adults phony, what does "phoniness" mean to Holden?

1. Conformity, Commercialism , Hypocrisy
2. Consistency, Maturity, Stability
3. Laziness, Lethargy, Ambition
4. Plastic Surgery, Conformity, Alcoholism

In chapter 22 Holden claims the only thing he would want to be is "the cather in the rye and all". What does he mean by this?

1. Warning children about the dangers of the adult world
2. It represents Holden's need for friendship
3. Ensuring children don't follow in his footsteps
4. Preventing children from losing innocence

What is a catcher in the rye and why does Holden want to be one?

The ducks and pond are a symbol of Holden's what?

1. Fears about change and growing up
2. What will happen if he keeps getting bad grades
3. Alienation from American Culture
4. Need for a connection with cabdrivers

What can be said about the language use "the Catcher in the Rye"?

1. Convinces us of Holden's truth
2. Is authentic for the time it was published in
3. Is highly inconsistent
4. It indicates maturity

“If they want to grab for the gold ring, you have to let them do it, and not say anything. If they fall off, they fall off.” What does this quote signify?

1. The cyclical movement of time prevents the loss of innocence
2. Holden's crushed dream of becoming a catcher in the rye
3. Holden's realization he cannot save all children
4. Losing innocence is inevitable

In chapter 22, Holden fantasizes about moving away from society. Why is it significant that he does not?

1. It shows he thinks he can change society
2. It shows he thinks his problems are over
3. It shows he only wants to do it with Sally
4. It shows he wants to connect with other people

Why is Holden obsessed with the ducks at the Central Park Lagoon?

What is the effect of knowing Holden is in a psychiatric hospital?

1. The reader should not trust the narrator
2. The reader understands Holden's anger issues
3. The reader knows Holden had a mental breakdown
4. Holden is suffering the consequences of his actions

What does Holden mean when he says "that kills me"

1. He thinks it is really funny
2. He feels strong emotions
3. It makes him want to hurt himself
4. It makes him very sad

Whilst visiting the Natural History Museum Holden reflects upon the pleasantness of time standing still. Why does Holden find comfort there?

1. He can believe the world does not change
2. It makes him feel connected to Phoebe
3. It challenges him to achieve academic success
4. It reminds him of his happy childhood before Allie died

How does the red hunting hat relate to Allie's death?

1. The red hat reminds him of Allie's hair and serves as a security blanket
2. The red hat reminds him of the anger he feels about Allie's death
3. Holden uses it to drown out memories of Allie
4. Holden uses it to discuss Allie's death with people to talk through it

Name two adults who represent phoniness according to Holden.