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Where did Holden go after Mr. Antolini's?
Where did Holden go after Mr. Antolini's?
To the subway waiting room and slept
What two things did Holden read in a magazine that scared/depressed him?
What two things did Holden read in a magazine that scared/depressed him?
That he had lousy hormones and also had cancer because of his sore on his lip which he had for two weeks
What did Holden see when he left the subway waiting room?
What did Holden see when he left the subway waiting room?
Two men trying to load up a Christmas tree
As Holden was walking through the stores and crossing streets, what did he feel like that led him to ask Allie to help him?
As Holden was walking through the stores and crossing streets, what did he feel like that led him to ask Allie to help him?
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What was Holden's plan to do with his life?
What was Holden's plan to do with his life?
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Holden sent a note to whom saying what?
Holden sent a note to whom saying what?
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Why did Holden not want to rub out the profanity he saw at the school?
Why did Holden not want to rub out the profanity he saw at the school?
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What did Phoebe throw at Holden when she was mad at him?
What did Phoebe throw at Holden when she was mad at him?
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Where did Holden and Phoebe go after they met up?
Where did Holden and Phoebe go after they met up?
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Who was Phoebe playing in her school play?
Who was Phoebe playing in her school play?
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What did Holden watch Phoebe ride on?
What did Holden watch Phoebe ride on?
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What did Phoebe say to Holden when she asked him to hold on to her money that depressed him?
What did Phoebe say to Holden when she asked him to hold on to her money that depressed him?
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What color coat was Phoebe wearing?
What color coat was Phoebe wearing?
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Study Notes
Holden's Aftermath
- After Mr. Antolini's visit, Holden went to a subway waiting room to sleep.
- He encountered unsettling content in a magazine: worries of having lousy hormones and concern over a cancer risk due to a sore on his lip.
Observations in the City
- Upon leaving the subway waiting room, Holden witnessed two men trying to load a Christmas tree.
- As he walked through the streets and stores, he felt an overwhelming sense of impending disappearance.
Holden's Aspirations
- Holden dreamed of escaping to the West, where he would live anonymously as a deaf mute, work a simple job, and settle in a sunny forest with a partner who shared his condition.
Communication with Phoebe
- He sent a note to Phoebe, instructing her to meet him at the museum, expressing his intention to leave.
Vandalism Concerns
- Holden felt a sense of responsibility regarding the profanity he noticed at school, not wanting others to attribute it to him.
Conflict with Phoebe
- During a moment of anger, Phoebe threw Holden's red hunting hat at him, symbolizing her frustration.
Time Spent Together
- After reuniting, Holden and Phoebe visited the zoo, a place of innocence and joy.
- Phoebe played the role of Benedict Arnold in her school play, showcasing her involvement in school activities.
Carousel Scene
- Holden observed Phoebe riding on the carousel, a poignant moment reflecting childhood innocence.
- Phoebe's request for Holden to keep her money while she rode left him feeling depressed, especially when she pleaded with "please."
Phoebe's Appearance
- Phoebe wore a blue coat, adding to her youthful and vibrant character within the narrative.
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Description
Explore Holden Caulfield's experiences in New York after meeting Mr. Antolini. This quiz covers his aspirations, interactions with Phoebe, and observations that illustrate his internal struggles and desires for anonymity. Dive into the complexities of his character as he navigates through disturbing thoughts and feelings of responsibility.
