Character Reactions and Opinions in Literature

Holden Caulfield introduces himself and his family, particularly his brother DB, who works in Hollywood. He shares his disdain for movies and describes his experiences at Pencey Prep, a school he finds phony. Holden reflects on a football game and his feelings of leaving the school. He visits his history teacher, Mr. Spencer, before leaving Pencey Prep, highlighting his struggles with academics and personal connections.

What is the narrator's attitude towards sharing personal details about his past?

• He is excited to share his past.

• He is indifferent about sharing.

• He finds it boring and prefers not to share.

• He is eager to share everything.

How does the narrator feel about his brother D.B.'s career in Hollywood?

• He wishes to join D.B. in Hollywood.

• He admires D.B.'s success.

• He is indifferent to D.B.'s career.

• He dislikes D.B.'s involvement in Hollywood.

What is the narrator's opinion of Pencey Prep?

• He loves the school's sports programs.

• He thinks it is full of phonies.

• He believes it is a great school.

• He feels it is the best school he has attended.

Why was the narrator expelled from Pencey Prep?

• For skipping classes.

• For fighting with other students.

• For failing four subjects.

• For stealing school property.

What memory helps the narrator feel a sense of closure when leaving Pencey?

• A football game with friends.

• A conversation with a teacher.

• A school dance.

• A farewell party.

How does Mrs. Spencer react to the narrator's visit?

• She is annoyed by his presence.

• She is indifferent to his visit.

• She is pleased to see him.

• She is surprised by his visit.