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Questions and Answers
It began to rain like a ______.
It began to rain like a ______.
bastard
The parents and mothers went over and stood right under the roof of the ______.
The parents and mothers went over and stood right under the roof of the ______.
carrousel
I got pretty soaking wet, especially my ______ and my pants.
I got pretty soaking wet, especially my ______ and my pants.
neck
My ______ hat really gave me quite a lot of protection, in a way.
My ______ hat really gave me quite a lot of protection, in a way.
I felt so damn happy all of a sudden, the way old ______ kept going around and around.
I felt so damn happy all of a sudden, the way old ______ kept going around and around.
Flashcards
Raining like a bastard
Raining like a bastard
A phrase used to describe heavy rain, emphasizing its sudden and forceful nature.
What is a carrousel?
What is a carrousel?
A type of amusement ride featuring horses or other figures that go up and down and around in a circle, typically found at carnivals and amusement parks.
What part of the body gets wet?
What part of the body gets wet?
The part of the body that connects the head to the torso, often susceptible to getting wet in the rain.
What type of hat offers protection?
What type of hat offers protection?
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Who kept going around and around?
Who kept going around and around?
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Study Notes
The Rainy Day at the Carrousel
- A heavy rainfall occurs, causing everyone except the narrator to seek shelter under the carrousel's roof to avoid getting soaked.
- The narrator stays on a bench, gets wet, and feels happy despite the rain.
- His hunting hat provides some protection, but he still gets soaked, especially on his neck and pants.
The Narrator's Reaction and Phoebe's Ride
- The narrator becomes overwhelmed with happiness while watching Phoebe ride the carrousel.
- He feels like crying due to Phoebe's joyful appearance, dressed in a blue coat, riding the carrousel in circles.
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Description
Test your understanding of the classic novel by J.D. Salinger. This quiz covers a pivotal scene where the protagonist, Holden Caulfield, gets caught in the rain and shares his thoughts and feelings. See how well you remember the details!
