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Whom does Holden call at the beginning of Chapter 15 and what do they decide to do?
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 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?
What is Holden's father's occupation?
Corporation lawyer.
How much does Holden usually eat and what is his traditional meal?
How much does Holden usually eat and what is his traditional meal?
What middle name does Holden give himself?
What middle name does Holden give himself?
Upon approaching him, what are the two nuns' most noticeable feature to Holden?
Upon approaching him, what are the two nuns' most noticeable feature to Holden?
Of the two nuns, the one Holden is most fond of has what?
Of the two nuns, the one Holden is most fond of has what?
Who is Holden's favorite character in Romeo and Juliet and why?
Who is Holden's favorite character in Romeo and Juliet and why?
As the two nuns leave, what does Holden do accidentally?
As the two nuns leave, what does Holden do accidentally?
Holden's conversation with the two nuns was great, but what does he claim would have tainted it?
Holden's conversation with the two nuns was great, but what does he claim would have tainted it?
Why can't Holden picture Sally's mom collecting donations?
Why can't Holden picture Sally's mom collecting donations?
What is the name of the record Holden picks up for Phoebe in Broadway?
What is the name of the record Holden picks up for Phoebe in Broadway?
What is "Little Shirley Beans" about?
What is "Little Shirley Beans" about?
The singer in "Little Shirley Beans" sings how? Why does she sing like this?
The singer in "Little Shirley Beans" sings how? Why does she sing like this?
As Holden is walking to Broadway, who is walking ahead of him and what does the child sing?
As Holden is walking to Broadway, who is walking ahead of him and what does the child sing?
Who does Holden call and who answers, prompting him to hang up?
Who does Holden call and who answers, prompting him to hang up?
Why doesn't Holden like actors?
Why doesn't Holden like actors?
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?
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?
To where does Holden go after the girl falsely claims Phoebe to be?
To where does Holden go after the girl falsely claims Phoebe to be?
Holden says that when you visit the museum, all the glass cases are the same but what is different?
Holden says that when you visit the museum, all the glass cases are the same but what is different?
When Sally arrives, what does Holden suddenly have the urge to do?
When Sally arrives, what does Holden suddenly have the urge to do?
When Holden tells Sally he loves her, how does she respond?
When Holden tells Sally he loves her, how does she respond?
What is the play Holden and Sally saw about and who are the actors that Sally loves?
What is the play Holden and Sally saw about and who are the actors that Sally loves?
When Holden and Sally go out for a smoke at the end of the play's first act, how does everyone else there talk?
When Holden and Sally go out for a smoke at the end of the play's first act, how does everyone else there talk?
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?
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?
Where do Holden and Sally go after the play?
Where do Holden and Sally go after the play?
Holden claims that the only reason Sally wants to go to the skating rink is to do what?
Holden claims that the only reason Sally wants to go to the skating rink is to do what?
Sally asks Holden if he'll do what when they are in the bar?
Sally asks Holden if he'll do what when they are in the bar?
Holden says to Sally that he hates everything and wishes to go where and do what?
Holden says to Sally that he hates everything and wishes to go where and do what?
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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Test your knowledge on the plot of chapters 15 to 26 of 'The Catcher in the Rye.' This quiz utilizes flashcards to help reinforce your understanding of key events and characters in the story. Engage with Holden's journey and explore pivotal moments as you review these chapters.
