The Catcher in the Rye: Chapters 20-26

What is Holden's main concern when interacting with Phoebe?

• To teach her how to be independent

• To protect her innocence and shield her from the harsh realities of the world.

• To make her conform to societal norms

• To expose her to dangerous situations

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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Why does Holden visit Mr. Antolini?

• Holden is seeking advice on his future career.

• Holden is looking for a place to stay.

• Holden wants to borrow a book from Mr. Antolini.

• Holden is looking for a job at Mr. Antolini's workplace.

How does Holden feel about the people around him?

• Holden feels connected, included, and accepting of the people around him.

• Holden feels indifferent, apathetic, and supportive of the people around him.

• Holden feels disconnected, alienated, and often critical of the people around him.

• Holden feels engaged, involved, and appreciative of the people around him.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

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What are Holden's thoughts on adulthood?

• Holden Caulfield sees adulthood as phony, superficial, and hypocritical.

• Holden believes adulthood is a time of innocence and purity.

• Holden views adulthood as exciting and full of opportunities.

• Holden admires adulthood for its wisdom and experience.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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CCSS.RL.7.6

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Why does Holden want to protect innocence?

• Holden wants to protect innocence to gain popularity among his peers

• Holden wants to protect innocence as a form of rebellion against authority

• Holden wants to protect innocence because he is afraid of change

• Holden wants to protect innocence due to his perception of the adult world as corrupt and full of phoniness, valuing the purity and authenticity of childhood innocence.

What is Holden's final decision at the end of the chapters?

• Holden decides to go home.

• Holden decides to drop out of school.

• Holden decides to join the military.

• Holden decides to move to Europe.

How does Phoebe react to Holden's behavior?

• Phoebe reacts with understanding and empathy.

• Phoebe reacts with shock and surprise.

• Phoebe reacts with anger and frustration.

• Phoebe reacts with indifference and apathy.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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What advice does Mr. Antolini give to Holden?

• Embrace being a phony

• Drop out of school

• Find a direction in life and avoid being a phony.

• Become a professional athlete

How does Holden's view of the world contribute to his feelings of alienation?

• Holden's negative perception of the world and people contributes to his feelings of alienation.

• Holden's lack of understanding of the world contributes to his feelings of alienation.

• Holden's indifference towards the world contributes to his feelings of alienation.

• Holden's positive perception of the world contributes to his feelings of alienation.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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In what way does Holden try to preserve Phoebe's innocence?

• By teaching her inappropriate language

• By shielding her from profanity and vulgarities

• By encouraging her to rebel against authority

• By exposing her to dangerous situations