The Catcher in the Rye

What time is Holden supposed to meet Sally?

• 3 pm.

• 1 pm.

• 12 pm.

• 2 pm.

What does Holden buy for his sister?

• "Little Shirley Beans" record.

• Red hunting hat to match his.

• scarf.

• book for her to write her stories in.

When Holden is walking on the street, he comes across a little boy singing, and he states "It made me feel better". Infer Holden's feelings:

• Holden really likes the song.

• Holden liked the boy's voice.

• Holden likes the boy.

• Holden likes children more than adults and can understand them better.

What does Holden think of Sally?

• She's the smartest woman he knows.

• He thinks shes beautiful and sincere.

• He doesn't really like or respect her.

• She's a lot like Jane.

What happens when Holden calls Jane?

• She answers and they agree to meet up.

• She yells at him and hangs up.

• Her father answers and Holden lies and says he is a salesman.

• Her mother answers and Holden hangs up.

Where did Miss Aigletinger, Holden's past teacher, frequently take Holden's class on field trips?

• To Central Park.

• To see the ducks.

• To Broadway.

• To the Museum of Natural History.

What does Holden mean when he states, "I took my old hunting hat out of my pocket, while I walked, and put it on. I know I wouldn't meet anybody that knew me."

• He was cold but didn't want anyone to know he was cold.

• He knows the hat is ugly and he is embarrassed by it.

• He will be teased by people who know him for wearing the hat because it is ridiculous.

• The hat represents his uniquness as he struggles between his individuaity and conforming.

Why doesn't Holden go into the Museum?

• He is scared because he knows he has changed but he does not want to accept it.

• He is scared that he would see his old teacher.

• He owed them money and he didn't have any on him.

• He had promised to come with Phoebe and he decided to wait.

Who does Holden call at the beginning of chapter 15?

• Sally

• Mr. Spencer

• Jane

• D.B.

What is Holden's father's profession?

• A doctor.

• A corporate lawyer.

• A teacher.

• A dentist.