Symbols in Catcher in the Rye
Authored by Sherryl Clemente
English
9th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the title 'The Catcher in the Rye' symbolize in the novel?
The title symbolizes the main character's indifference towards children.
The title symbolizes the main character's desire to corrupt the innocence of children.
The title symbolizes the main character's desire to protect the innocence of children.
The title symbolizes the main character's love for hunting.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What do the ducks in the Central Park pond represent in Catcher in the Rye?
Holden's apprehension of commitment and responsibility
Holden's fear of change
Holden's love for nature and animals
Holden's longing for childhood innocence
3.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Why does Holden Caulfield wear a red hunting hat in Catcher in the Rye?
Symbol of his favorite sports team
Symbol of uniqueness and individuality
Symbol of protection from the outside world
Symbol of rebellion against society
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Pencey Prep symbolize in Catcher in the Rye?
It symbolizes the elite.
It symbolizes the rigidness of boarding schools.
It symbolizes phoniness and the cruelty of the adult world.
It symbolizes nonconformity to societal norms.
5.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What does the graffiti on Phoebe's school represent?
It represents the students' lack of respect for school rules.
It represents the loss of innocence.
It represents the losing battle of Holden to protect the innocence of children.
It represents children's playfulness.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the museum symbolize in the story?
The Museum of Natural History symbolizes Holden's desire for stability.
The Museum of Natural History symbolizes Holden's desire for isolation.
The Museum of Natural History symbolizes Holden's desire for change.
The Museum of Natural History symbolizes Holden's desire for adventure.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
7.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Why is Allie's baseball mitt so important to Holden?
It's important to Holden because it represents Allie's innocence that he wants to catch and protect.
It's important because it represents Holden's love for his sibling Phoebe.
It's important because Holden loves baseball and it represents his desire to play the game so carries it with him.
It's important because it represents Holden's love for Allie and how much he misses him.
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