The Catcher in the Rye: Holden's Journey

Questions and Answers

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?

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?

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?

He felt like he was going to disappear Signup and view all the answers

What was Holden's plan to do with his life?

Run away to the west where nobody would know him, then get a job and pretend he's a deaf mute. He wanted to live on the edge of a forest, and it be sunny and marry another deaf mute and have kids. Signup and view all the answers

Holden sent a note to whom saying what?

Phoebe saying he was going to leave so to meet him at the museum Signup and view all the answers

Why did Holden not want to rub out the profanity he saw at the school?

He didn't want people to think he wrote it Signup and view all the answers

What did Phoebe throw at Holden when she was mad at him?

His red hunting hat Signup and view all the answers

Where did Holden and Phoebe go after they met up?

Zoo Signup and view all the answers

Who was Phoebe playing in her school play?

Benedict Arnold Signup and view all the answers

What did Holden watch Phoebe ride on?

Carousel Signup and view all the answers

What did Phoebe say to Holden when she asked him to hold on to her money that depressed him?

She said please Signup and view all the answers

What color coat was Phoebe wearing?

Blue Signup and view all the answers

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.

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.