Catcher in the Rye - Chapter 19 Flashcards
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Describe the entertainment at the Wicker Bar.

two French girls who play piano and sing

What types of people go to Wicker Bar?

people with money

Why does Holden not like the bartender at the Wicker Bar?

he was a snob and didn't talk to you unless you were a celebrity

What is the relationship between Luce and Holden when they were at school?

<p>Luce was his student advisor but all he did was give him sex talks about (flits) gay people</p> Signup and view all the answers

What word does Luce use frequently?

<p>Flit (gay)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How old is Luce's current girlfriend?

<p>late 30's</p> Signup and view all the answers

Give one reason why Luce prefers Eastern philosophy to Western philosophy.

<p>because Eastern philosophy regards sex as PHYSICAL and SPIRITUAL experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one annoying thing about Luce according to Holden?

<p>Luce would ask personal stuff about Holden but wouldn't tell Holden any personal stuff about himself</p> Signup and view all the answers

What advice does Luce give Holden?

<p>go to a psychoanalyst (Luce's Dad was one)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Wicker Bar entertainment

Two French women playing piano and singing.

Wicker Bar clientele

Wealthy individuals.

Holden's bartender dislike

The bartender treated Holden snobbishly, only talking to celebrities.

Holden-Luce school relationship

Luce was Holden's advisor, focusing on discussions about gay people (flits).

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Luce's frequent word

Luce frequently used the word 'flit' (a term related to gay people).

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Luce's girlfriend's age

Luce's girlfriend is in her late 30s.

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Luce's Eastern philosophy preference

Luce preferred Eastern philosophy, viewing sex as both physical and spiritual.

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Luce's annoying trait

Luce asked personal questions about Holden but didn't share personal details about himself.

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Luce's advice to Holden

Luce advised Holden to see a psychoanalyst.

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Study Notes

Wicker Bar Atmosphere

  • Entertainment features two French girls who play piano and sing.
  • Patrons typically consist of affluent individuals.

Bartender Interaction

  • Holden dislikes the bartender due to his snobbish attitude.
  • The bartender only engages with notable celebrities.

Luce's Role and Background

  • Luce served as Holden's student advisor but primarily provided discussions on sexuality.
  • Frequent use of the term "flit" refers to gay individuals.

Luce's Personal Life

  • Luce is currently dating a woman in her late 30s.

Philosophy Preferences

  • Luce favors Eastern philosophy over Western due to its view of sex as both a physical and spiritual experience.

Luce’s Conversational Style

  • He annoys Holden by probing personal questions about him while remaining tight-lipped about his own life.

Advice Offered

  • Luce suggests that Holden should seek help from a psychoanalyst, as his father is a professional in that field.

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Dive into Chapter 19 of 'The Catcher in the Rye' with these flashcards. Explore key details about the Wicker Bar, its patrons, and Holden's interactions. Perfect for studying characters and settings in this iconic novel.

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