The Catcher in the Rye

Why is Holden so worried about Stradlater's date with Jane?

• He doesn't want Stradlater to mention that he knows him.

• He's worried Stradlater will make a fool of himself.

• He's worried he won't get a chance to say goodbye to Stradlater.

• He likes Jane and doesn't want Stradlater coming on to her.

What does Stradlater ask Holden to do for him while he’s out on his date?

• • Write a composition for him describing a room

• Do his laundry

• Write a composition about a personal memory

• Write a composition on his little brother

What is the new hat that Holden is so excited about?

• A baseball cap of his favorite team

• A red hunting cap with ear flaps

• A woolen cap with tassels

• A top hat

Why does Ackley annoy Holden?

• He's really smart and always showing off how good his grades are.

• He has really bad personal hygiene, asks aggravating questions, and messes with Holden's things.

• He's always snapping people with his towel after he gets out of the shower.

• He has a really high, screechy voice and always spills whatever he's drinking on Holden's bed.

How does Holden know Stradlater's date, Jane?

• Jane is his sister.

• They played checkers together one summer.

• The were next door neighbors growing up.

• He dated her when he was at his old school.