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What happens when Stradlater barges into Holden's room?
What happens when Stradlater barges into Holden's room?
- They have a friendly conversation
- Stradlater apologizes to Holden
- Stradlater helps Holden with his paper
- Stradlater sees that Holden botched his English paper (correct)
How does Stradlater react to Holden?
How does Stradlater react to Holden?
- He gets angry and tells Holden it's no wonder he got kicked out (correct)
- He comforts Holden
- He ignores Holden completely
- He laughs at Holden
What does Holden do with his English paper?
What does Holden do with his English paper?
He tears it up and throws it away angrily.
What does Holden ask Stradlater about?
What does Holden ask Stradlater about?
How does Stradlater respond when Holden asks about Jane?
How does Stradlater respond when Holden asks about Jane?
What happens when Holden feels angry?
What happens when Holden feels angry?
What injury does Holden sustain during the fight?
What injury does Holden sustain during the fight?
Stradlater worries that he's gonna get in trouble for punching Holden in the ______.
Stradlater worries that he's gonna get in trouble for punching Holden in the ______.
What does Holden do after Stradlater leaves the dorm room?
What does Holden do after Stradlater leaves the dorm room?
Study Notes
Summary of Chapter 6: Key Events
- Stradlater enters Holden's room unexpectedly, criticizing Holden's poorly done English paper.
- Stradlater expresses frustration with Holden's academic performance, suggesting his expulsion is deserved.
- In a fit of anger, Holden destroys his English paper, demonstrating his emotional turmoil.
- Holden's curiosity about Stradlater's date with Jane intensifies the existing tension between the two.
- Stradlater's refusal to share details about the date escalates the conflict, leading to a physical altercation.
- A fight breaks out; Stradlater overpowers Holden, pinning him to the ground.
- During the scuffle, Holden insults Stradlater repeatedly, prompting Stradlater to punch Holden, resulting in a bleeding nose.
- Stradlater leaves in a worry that he might face consequences for the fight, while Holden continues to berate him, showcasing his pent-up frustration.
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This quiz features flashcards summarizing key events and themes from Chapter 6 of 'Catcher in the Rye'. Study the interactions between Holden and Stradlater, as well as Holden's emotional turmoil regarding his English paper and Jane. Perfect for literature students looking to review vital details and concepts.
