Catcher in the Rye test

Front

Who is Mr. Spencer?

Back

Holden's teacher.

Front

What is Pencey Prep?

Back

It is a boys boarding school.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What does Holden appreciate about the museum?

Back

Everything always stayed the same.

Front

How does Holden describe the other guests at his hotel?

Back

They are morons and perverts.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Where does Holden run away to?

Back

New York.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What is the significance of Holden's red hunting hat?

Back

It symbolizes his uniqueness and desire for protection.

Front

What does Holden think about adulthood?

Back

He views it as phony and corrupt.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Who is Phoebe?

Back

Holden's younger sister, whom he cares deeply for.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the carousel symbolize in the novel?

Back

The innocence of childhood and the inevitability of growing up.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is Holden's view on 'catching' children?

Back

He wants to protect children from losing their innocence.