Holden's Story Quiz

What is Holden's opinion about his brother DB's career?

• He admires DB's success in Hollywood.

• He believes DB's talent is wasted in screenwriting.

• He wants to follow in DB's footsteps.

• He is indifferent to DB's career.

Why was Holden expelled from Pencey Prep?

• He wanted to leave voluntarily.

• He got into a fight.

• He had poor grades.

• He was caught cheating.

What does Holden think about Pencey Prep?

• He feels indifferent about the school.

• He believes it's the best school in Pennsylvania.

• He loves the school and its environment.

• He thinks it's full of phonies and crooks.

What subject did Holden pass during his term at Pencey?

• History

• Science

• Mathematics

• English

What does Mr. Spencer do that embarrasses Holden?

• He reads Holden's exam paper aloud.

• He praises Holden in front of the class.

• He gives Holden a gift.

• He calls Holden's parents.

How does Holden feel about Stradlater's date with Jane Gallagher?

• He feels uncomfortable and anxious.

• He is happy for Jane.

• He is indifferent about it.

• He is excited for Stradlater.

What does Holden do for Stradlater as a favor?

• He lends him money.

• He cleans his room.

• He helps him with his date.

• He writes his English assignment.

What is significant about the baseball mitt Holden writes about?

• It belonged to his father.

• It was a gift from his teacher.

• It belonged to his deceased brother Allie.

• It was signed by a famous player.

What activity did Holden, Ackley, and Mal Brossard end up doing in town?

• Shopping for clothes

• Going to a concert

• Eating hamburgers and playing pinball

• Watching a movie

Why does Holden's hand still hurt?

• He injured it in a sports accident.

• He smashed windows after Allie's death.

• He fell down the stairs.

• He got into a fight with Stradlater.