Catcher in the Rye Chapters 1-9 Flashcards
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What word does Holden use to describe his childhood?

lousy

Who is D.B. and what is his profession?

Holden's brother and author

How does Holden view school, Pencey Prep?

He thinks it's phony

Does Holden take responsibility for losing the fencing equipment?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was Holden kicked out of school?

<p>He failed 4 classes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who did Holden go to visit and why?

<p>Old Spencer to say goodbye</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many times has Holden been thrown out of school?

<p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Spencer read to Holden?

<p>His essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Holden start thinking about as he 'shot the bull' with Spencer?

<p>Where the ducks go when the winter comes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Holden leave Elkton Hills?

<p>Didn't apply himself, stopped trying</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Holden want to leave Spencer's house so quickly at the end of the chapter?

<p>Spencer makes him uncomfortable</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Ossenburger and why does Holden think he is phony?

<p>A rich guy who made a wing in Holden's dorm where he sleeps; he thinks he is phony because he made corny jokes and didn't act like himself during his speech.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of hat does Holden put on?

<p>Red hunting hat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of Holden's roommate?

<p>Stradlater</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Ackley and how does he describe him?

<p>His neighbor in the dorm who is disgusting and has pimples all over his face and a loner</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of things does Ackley do that annoys Holden?

<p>Clips toenails, doesn't leave Holden's room, slob, pops pimples</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Stradlater ask Holden to do for him?

<p>Write his English essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was Stradlater's date?

<p>Jane</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden describe Jane's childhood?

<p>He talks about how they used to play checkers together</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jane used to do with her kings in checkers?

<p>Leave them in the back</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden describe Stradlater?

<p>Suave but bad to girls</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Holden think the school serves steak on Saturday for dinner?

<p>Because parents usually visit their kids on Sundays, so the steak will impress</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Holden write Stradlater's composition about?

<p>The poems in Allie's baseball mitt</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Allie and what happened to him?

<p>His brother who died of cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Holden's language different when he talks about Allie?

<p>He isn't sarcastic</p> Signup and view all the answers

What made Holden feel nervous at the beginning of the chapter?

<p>Stradlater's date with Jane</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Holden starts the chapter with such an angry tone?

<p>He thinks Stradlater took advantage of Jane</p> Signup and view all the answers

Was Stradlater appreciative of the favor Holden did for him?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Holden do to Stradlater when he thought he took advantage of Jane?

<p>Punched him</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might Jane represent to Holden?

<p>His childhood</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Stradlater do back to Holden and why?

<p>Beat him up because Holden didn't stop bothering him</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Holden feel when he saw the blood on his face?

<p>Like a warrior</p> Signup and view all the answers

Holden claims that he is not too tough, he is.....

<p>A pacifist</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Holden go in the beginning of the chapter?

<p>A phone booth</p> Signup and view all the answers

Did Holden clean the blood off his face?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden feel?

<p>Important</p> Signup and view all the answers

What thing does Holden do that annoys Ackley?

<p>Talks non-stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Holden decide to go?

<p>Phone booth</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden feel when people give him presents?

<p>Uncomfortable</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Holden was crying at the end of the chapter?

<p>He hates his life</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Holden yell at everyone at the end of the chapter?

<p>'Sleep tight ya morons'</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you think Holden's classmates view him based on this chapter and why?

<p>He's crazy, mean, and obnoxious</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who did Holden speak to on the train?

<p>Ernest's mom</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden feel about Ernest?

<p>He's an annoying bastard</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Holden tell Miss Morrow his name is?

<p>Robert</p> Signup and view all the answers

Did Holden like or dislike Mrs. Morrow?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Does Holden tell Mrs. Morrow how he really feels about Ernest?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What else does he lie about?

<p>His brain tumor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Mrs. Hayes tell Sally about Holden?

<p>He's a wild boy with no direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Holden ask the taxi driver about?

<p>Ducks in Central Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

Holden then asks the taxi driver to...

<p>Go have a drink with him</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of hotel did Holden stay in?

<p>A sleezy one</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who did Holden call?

<p>Prostitute</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Holden leave Elkton Hills?

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Study Notes

Holden Caulfield's Characterization

  • Describes his childhood as "lousy," indicating discontent.
  • Holds a negative view of Pencey Prep, labeling it as "phony."
  • Has been expelled from three schools, highlighting academic struggles and lack of responsibility.

Family and Relationships

  • D.B. is Holden's brother, who works as a writer in Hollywood, which Holden perceives as sellout behavior.
  • Visits Mr. Spencer, a former teacher, to bid farewell, showing Holden's lingering connections.
  • Holden reminisces about his relationship with Jane Gallagher, emphasizing nostalgic memories from childhood checkers games.

Significant Themes and Symbols

  • Ducks in Central Park symbolize Holden's preoccupation with change and uncertainty regarding the future.
  • The red hunting hat represents Holden's desire for protection and comfort.

Key Events and Interactions

  • Mr. Spencer reads Holden's essay, invoking Holden's concerns about his lack of ambition.
  • Stradlater, Holden's roommate, asks Holden to write an English composition for him, illustrating Holden's feelings of being taken advantage of.
  • Holden's altercation with Stradlater arises from jealousy over Stradlater's date with Jane, culminating in violence when Holden feels protective.

Emotional Struggles

  • Holds a bitterness toward authority figures; feels discomfort during social interactions, like at Spencer's home.
  • Crying by the chapter's end reflects feelings of isolation and despair over his life circumstances.
  • Expresses feelings of importance after a fight, showcasing conflicting emotions about toughness and self-identity.

Social Interactions and Deceptions

  • On a train, Holden lies to Ernest Morrow's mother, adopting a false identity and fabricating details about his life.
  • Describes others with direct disdain, particularly Ernest, showcasing Holden's critical perspective and isolation from peers.

Personal Experiences and Setting

  • Stays in a sleazy hotel, indicating a decline in his living conditions.
  • Engages in questionable behavior by contacting a prostitute, representing his conflicted nature regarding intimacy and relationships.
  • Frequently expresses discomfort with gifts and social gestures, further emphasizing his feelings of alienation and existential crisis.

Views on Life and Society

  • Thinks the school serves steak dinners to impress parents during visits, highlighting his cynicism.
  • Feels judged by classmates, believing they see him as "crazy" and "mean," revealing his self-awareness of social perception.

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Test your knowledge of the first nine chapters of 'The Catcher in the Rye' with these flashcards. Each card explores key concepts, character descriptions, and themes from Holden Caulfield’s story. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of this classic novel.

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