Catcher: Chapters 1-4

Front

Where is Holden as he narrates the story?

Back

He is in California in a hospital.

Front

What does Mr. Spencer tell Holden?

Back

Life is a game that one plays according to the rules.

Front

Pencey Prep is located in?

Back

Pennsylvania.

Front

Identify Jane Gallagher.

Back

She had lived next door to Holden before he came to Pencey. They played checkers and became good friends.

Front

What type of equipment did Holden leave on the subway?

Back

fencing.

Front

What is the significance of Holden's location at the beginning of the story?

Back

It sets the tone for his mental state and the narrative perspective.

Front

How does Mr. Spencer's advice reflect the theme of adulthood in the novel?

Back

It highlights the pressures and expectations of society that Holden struggles with.

Front

What role does Pencey Prep play in Holden's life?

Back

It represents his struggles with conformity and the challenges of adolescence.

Front

Describe Holden's relationship with Jane Gallagher.

Back

Holden has a deep emotional connection with Jane, symbolizing innocence and genuine friendship.

Front

What does the act of leaving his fencing equipment symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes Holden's feelings of alienation and his struggle for acceptance.