Catcher in the Rye Flashcard 3 (Chapters 8-10)

Front

What does Holden Caulfield dislike about his sister Phoebe?

Back

He does not mention that she is a great baseball player.

Front

What activity does Holden engage in with the three women in the Lavender Room?

Back

He dances with them.

Front

What false name does Holden give to a woman he meets on the train?

Back

He gives the name of the school janitor.

Front

How does Holden describe the other guests at his hotel?

Back

He describes them as morons and perverts.

Front

Why does the woman on the train start a conversation with Holden?

Back

She starts a conversation because her son also goes to Pencey Prep.

Front

What is the significance of Holden's relationship with Phoebe?

Back

Phoebe represents innocence and a connection to Holden's childhood.

Front

How does Holden view adulthood?

Back

He views adulthood as phony and corrupt.

Front

What does Holden's interaction with the three women reveal about his character?

Back

It shows his loneliness and desire for connection.

Front

What theme is highlighted by Holden's experiences in the Lavender Room?

Back

The theme of alienation and the search for genuine relationships.

Front

What does Holden's use of a false identity indicate about his mental state?

Back

It indicates his desire to escape reality and his feelings of insecurity.