Catcher in the Rye Ch. 17

Why is Holden depressed when he is sitting in the lobby of the Biltmore?

• it is depressing when he keeps wondering about what will become of all the girls when they finish school

• he wishes he had engaged the prostitute

• he can't believe he's been beat up twice in such a short time

• he's sad he's been kicked out of so many schools

What are two outstanding characteristics of Harris Macklin?

• he's great with parents and likes good food

• he's very intelligent and is a good whistler

• he's friendly and knows how to throw a punch

• he's an amazing athlete and he gets the girls

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What is the best thing Holden can say about bores?

• they are phonies

• they keep it chill

• they do not hurt anyone, and they might be able to whistle well

• they can single-handedly de-escalate a situation

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After Sally tells Holden that she loves him, how does she want to change him?

• she wants him to be less odd

• she wants him to dress better

• she wants him to be happier

• she wants him to let his hair grow

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Holden says that the Lunts do not act like people or actors. What does he say they act like?

• he says they act like they know they're celebrities

• he says they act like they're better than everyone else

• he says they act like they're saints

• he says they act humble

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Why does Sally not talk much during the intermission?

• she's busy looking around, being charming

• she's looking for a friend who was supposed to be there

• she's paying attention to Holden and just enjoying the moment

• she's sad and pensive

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What article of clothing does Holden associate with “Ivy League types?”

• bow ties

• checkered vests

• loafers

• cardigan sweaters

Why does Holden think that Sally really wants to go skating?

• so she can hold onto his arm

• to show off her skating skills

• so she can wear one of those little skating skirts

• so she can enjoy the crispness of winter in Central Park

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How do Holden and Sally’s skating ability compare with the others who are on the ice?

• they skate circles around the others

• they're average

• they're barely holding their own

• they are the worst skaters there

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Does Sally like school?

• No, she says it's a terrific bore

• Yes, she especially likes English

• No, she doesn't like the people

• Yes, she's very strong in math

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