Catcher in the Rye Chapters 21-26 Flashcards
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How does Holden sneak back into his apartment?

He tells the elevator boy he is going to see his neighbors.

Why wasn't Phoebe in her room?

She likes to sleep in D.B's room while he's away.

What does Holden do with the broken record?

He gives the broken pieces to Phoebe and she decides to keep them.

Why does Phoebe get mad at Holden?

<p>She gets mad when she finds out Holden had been kicked out of school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden respond when Phoebe asks why he failed out of school?

<p>He says he's sick of everything. He hated Pencey and it was full of phonies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is James Castle and what happened to him?

<p>He was a boy who went to Elton Hills with Holden. He jumped out of a window and died after being bullied.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden respond when Phoebe asks him to name one thing he likes?

<p>He likes Allie, and he likes sitting and talking with Phoebe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Phoebe respond to Holden's answer?

<p>She says that Allie is dead.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Holden tell Phoebe that he'd like to be?

<p>He wants to be a catcher in the rye.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Holden call at the end of the chapter?

<p>Mr. Antolini.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mr. Antolini?

<p>Holden's English teacher from Elton Hills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Antolini say on the phone?

<p>He said Holden can come and stay with him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Holden and Phoebe do together?

<p>They dance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When their parents come home, what does Holden do?

<p>He puts out his cigarette and hides in the closet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Phoebe cover for Holden?

<p>When their mom smells smoke, Phoebe says she took a puff of one and then threw it out the window.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Phoebe give to Holden before he leaves?

<p>Her money for Christmas presents - $8.82.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Holden give Phoebe?

<p>His red hunting hat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Holden go at the beginning of the chapter?

<p>He goes to Mr. Antolini's house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What have Mr. and Mrs. Antolini been doing before Holden showed up?

<p>They have been drinking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden feel as he talks to Mr. Antolini?

<p>He feels dizzy and has a headache, like he is hung over.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Holden and Mr. Antolini talk about?

<p>Why Holden got kicked out of school and Holden's future.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What wakes Holden up when he is asleep on Mr. Antolini's couch?

<p>He wakes up to Mr. Antolini stroking his head.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden react?

<p>He bolts up in a panic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Holden go to sleep?

<p>Grand Central Station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Holden decide to do?

<p>That he is going to run away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Holden go to Phoebe's school?

<p>To drop off a note asking her to meet him at the museum at lunch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Holden get upset about the curse words that are written on a school wall?

<p>He didn't want Phoebe and the kids to see it and wonder what it meant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Holden do while he waits to meet Phoebe?

<p>He goes to the museum and takes two kids to see the mummies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Phoebe bring with her to meet Holden and why?

<p>She brings a suitcase because she wants to run away with him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Phoebe get mad at Holden?

<p>He won't let her go with him, and if he runs away he'll miss her play.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Holden take Phoebe?

<p>He takes her to the zoo.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Phoebe want Holden to do with her? Does he do it?

<p>She wants him to ride the carousel with her, but he just sits on a bench and watches her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Holden mean when he says, 'The thing with kids is, if they want to grab for the gold ring, you have to let them do it, and not say anything?'

<p>That it's important to let kids make their own mistakes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Phoebe do when it starts to rain?

<p>She puts the hunting hat on Holden's head.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden feel watching Phoebe on the carousel?

<p>He feels happy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Holden tell more of his story?

<p>He doesn't feel like it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is Holden now?

<p>A mental institution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Holden feel about everyone he talks about in his story?

<p>He misses everyone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Holden's Apartment and Family Dynamics

  • Holden sneaks into his apartment by telling the elevator boy he's visiting neighbors.
  • Phoebe sleeps in D.B.'s room when he's away, which explains her absence.
  • After breaking a record, Holden gives the pieces to Phoebe, who decides to keep them.
  • Phoebe becomes angry upon learning Holden has been expelled from school.

Holden's School Experience

  • When asked why he failed, Holden expresses disdain for Pencey Prep, calling it filled with "phonies."
  • James Castle, a boy from Elton Hills, is mentioned as having died after being bullied by Holden's peers.

Relationships and Emotional Struggles

  • Holden struggles to articulate what he likes, only mentioning Allie and spending time with Phoebe.
  • Phoebe reminds Holden that Allie is dead, emphasizing Holden's grief and unresolved feelings.
  • Holden's dream to be a "catcher in the rye" symbolizes his desire to protect children from falling into adult complexities.

Interaction with Mr. Antolini

  • Holden calls Mr. Antolini, his favorite teacher, who invites him to stay at his place.
  • Mr. and Mrs. Antolini have been drinking when Holden arrives, possibly affecting their interactions.
  • Holden feels unwell during their conversation, experiencing dizziness and headaches.

Disturbing Events

  • Holden wakes up to Mr. Antolini stroking his hair, provoking a panic response tied to past experiences of inappropriate behavior.
  • He leaves abruptly, seeking solace at Grand Central Station where he contemplates running away.

Farewell to Phoebe and Kid's Innocence

  • Holden visits Phoebe's school to leave a note asking to meet, aiming to say goodbye.
  • He is upset by profanity on school walls, fearing its impact on Phoebe and other children.
  • While waiting for Phoebe, he engages with two kids at the museum to distract himself.

Phoebe's Determination

  • Phoebe carries a suitcase, intending to run away with Holden, showing her desire to stay united.
  • Angered by Holden's refusal to let her join him, she expresses distress over his potential absence from her play.

Moments of Connection

  • They visit the zoo together, where Phoebe requests a carousel ride, but Holden opts to watch instead.
  • Holden reflects on the importance of allowing children to make mistakes, encapsulated in his metaphor about the gold ring.

Final Moments and Reflections

  • Phoebe comforts Holden during the rain by placing his hunting hat on his head, symbolizing her affection.
  • Watching Phoebe on the carousel brings Holden happiness, indicating a sliver of hope amidst his turmoil.
  • He concludes his story from a mental institution, revealing ongoing feelings of loss for those in his life.

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Test your knowledge of chapters 21 to 26 of 'The Catcher in the Rye' with these flashcards. Each card presents key questions about Holden Caulfield's actions, his interactions with Phoebe, and other significant events in these chapters. Perfect for revision and deeper understanding of the text.

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