The Catcher in the Rye - Chapters 15-26 Quiz

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Whom does Holden call at the beginning of Chapter 15 and what do they decide to do?

Sally Hayes; they decide to meet at Biltmore for a movie.

To where does Holden take a cab and what does he do?

To Grand Central Station; he locks his bag up in a strongbox and grabs breakfast.

What is Holden's father's occupation?

Corporation lawyer.

How much does Holden usually eat and what is his traditional meal?

A lot; a Swiss cheese sandwich and a malted milk. Signup and view all the answers

What middle name does Holden give himself?

Vitamin. Signup and view all the answers

Upon approaching him, what are the two nuns' most noticeable feature to Holden?

Their cheap suitcases. Signup and view all the answers

Of the two nuns, the one Holden is most fond of has what?

Iron-rimmed glasses. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Holden's favorite character in Romeo and Juliet and why?

Mercutio; his death was someone else's fault. Signup and view all the answers

As the two nuns leave, what does Holden do accidentally?

Blows smoke in their face. Signup and view all the answers

Holden's conversation with the two nuns was great, but what does he claim would have tainted it?

If the nuns inquired if he was Catholic. Signup and view all the answers

Why can't Holden picture Sally's mom collecting donations?

Everyone has to kiss up to her; she has this absurd holier-than-thou mindset. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the record Holden picks up for Phoebe in Broadway?

"Little Shirley Beans". Signup and view all the answers

What is "Little Shirley Beans" about?

A little girl ashamed to leave her home because she's missing her front teeth. Signup and view all the answers

The singer in "Little Shirley Beans" sings how? Why does she sing like this?

She sings it "dixieland and whorehouse" because she is colored. Signup and view all the answers

As Holden is walking to Broadway, who is walking ahead of him and what does the child sing?

Two parents and their six year old child, who is walking near the curb; "If a body catch a body coming through the rye." Signup and view all the answers

Who does Holden call and who answers, prompting him to hang up?

Jane; her mother. Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Holden like actors?

They act like themselves rather than people. Signup and view all the answers

In the park while looking for Phoebe, Holden sees a child Phoebe's age. What does he do and how does she respond in a way Holden likes?

He helps her tie her skates; she says thank you, which is very sincere from a child compared to an adult. Signup and view all the answers

To where does Holden go after the girl falsely claims Phoebe to be?

The Museum of Natural History. Signup and view all the answers

Holden says that when you visit the museum, all the glass cases are the same but what is different?

Yourself. Signup and view all the answers

When Sally arrives, what does Holden suddenly have the urge to do?

Marry her. Signup and view all the answers

When Holden tells Sally he loves her, how does she respond?

She tells him to let his hair grow out because crew cuts are out-of-style. Signup and view all the answers

What is the play Holden and Sally saw about and who are the actors that Sally loves?

A couple that got married and how the husband went to war; The Lunts. Signup and view all the answers

When Holden and Sally go out for a smoke at the end of the play's first act, how does everyone else there talk?

Loudly enough so everyone could hear them. Signup and view all the answers

The boy Sally sees from across the room, George, does what when Sally asks him what he thinks of the play? What does he call the actors?

Steps backward to give himself room to talk, stepping on a lady's foot; he calls the actors angels. Signup and view all the answers

Where do Holden and Sally go after the play?

The ice-skating rink. Signup and view all the answers

Holden claims that the only reason Sally wants to go to the skating rink is to do what?

Put on a short, little blue dress and look good-looking. Signup and view all the answers

Sally asks Holden if he'll do what when they are in the bar?

Trim the Christmas tree with her come Christmas Eve. Signup and view all the answers

Holden says to Sally that he hates everything and wishes to go where and do what?

Run away with... Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 15 Highlights

Holden calls Sally Hayes to plan a meeting at Biltmore for a movie.
He heads to Grand Central Station, secures his bag in a strongbox, and has breakfast.
Holden's father works as a corporation lawyer.
He has a big appetite, usually preferring Swiss cheese sandwiches and malted milk.
Holden humorously gives himself the middle name "Vitamin."
He notices the two nuns' cheap suitcases as a prominent feature.
The nun he likes best wears iron-rimmed glasses.
Holden admires Mercutio from "Romeo and Juliet" due to his tragic, externally caused death.
Accidentally, Holden blows smoke in the nuns' faces as they leave.
He thinks the conversation with the nuns would have been soured if they asked about his Catholic status.

Chapter 16 Highlights

Holden reflects on Sally's mother and her pretentious attitude when collecting donations.
He buys a record titled "Little Shirley Beans" for his sister Phoebe.
"Little Shirley Beans" tells the story of a girl embarrassed to go out without her front teeth.
The colored singer’s unique style combines "dixieland and whorehouse."
While heading to Broadway, Holden passes a family; the child sings a haunting line from his favorite song.
Holden calls Jane, but hangs up when her mother answers instead.
He expresses disdain for actors, critiquing their lack of authenticity.
In the park, Holden assists a girl with her skates, appreciating her sincere gratitude.
After the girl misleadingly claims to see Phoebe, Holden visits the Museum of Natural History.
He observes that while the museum remains unchanged, personal growth alters perceptions over time.

Chapter 17 Highlights

Upon Sally's arrival, Holden impulsively feels the desire to marry her.
Sally dismisses Holden's sudden declaration of love, suggesting he needs a hairstyle change.
They watch a play that revolves around marriage and war; Sally adores the Lunts, the lead actors.
During their intermission smoke, Holden notes the loud chatter around them.
George, a boy Sally recognizes, is clumsy and calls the actors "angels."
After the play, they head to the ice-skating rink.
Holden suggests Sally’s main motivation for skating is showing off a pretty outfit.
Sally invites Holden to help her trim the Christmas tree on Christmas Eve.
Holden expresses his frustrations, feeling a strong desire to escape with someone.

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