Questions and Answers
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?
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How does Holden respond when Phoebe asks why he failed out of school?
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Who is James Castle and what happened to him?
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How does Holden respond when Phoebe asks him to name one thing he likes?
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How does Phoebe respond to Holden's answer?
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What does Holden tell Phoebe that he'd like to be?
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Who does Holden call at the end of the chapter?
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Who is Mr. Antolini?
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What did Mr. Antolini say on the phone?
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What do Holden and Phoebe do together?
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When their parents come home, what does Holden do?
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How does Phoebe cover for Holden?
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What does Phoebe give to Holden before he leaves?
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What does Holden give Phoebe?
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Where does Holden go at the beginning of the chapter?
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What have Mr. and Mrs. Antolini been doing before Holden showed up?
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How does Holden feel as he talks to Mr. Antolini?
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What do Holden and Mr. Antolini talk about?
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What wakes Holden up when he is asleep on Mr. Antolini's couch?
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How does Holden react?
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Where does Holden go to sleep?
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What does Holden decide to do?
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Why does Holden go to Phoebe's school?
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Why does Holden get upset about the curse words that are written on a school wall?
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What does Holden do while he waits to meet Phoebe?
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What does Phoebe bring with her to meet Holden and why?
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Why does Phoebe get mad at Holden?
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Where does Holden take Phoebe?
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What does Phoebe want Holden to do with her? Does he do it?
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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?'
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What does Phoebe do when it starts to rain?
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How does Holden feel watching Phoebe on the carousel?
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Why doesn't Holden tell more of his story?
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Where is Holden now?
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How does Holden feel about everyone he talks about in his story?
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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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