The Catcher In The Rye: Quiz

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    What is the name of the school that Holden was attending during the course of telling his story?

    • Elkton Hills
    • Pencey Prep
    • The Whooton School
    • Don Bosco High
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The Catcher in the Rye is set around the 1950s and is narrated by a young man named Holden Caulfield. Holden is not specific about his location while he's telling the story, but he makes it clear that he is undergoing treatment in a mental hospital or sanatorium. Take the quiz below and remember the story.

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  • 2. 

    Holden wonders about which animals in Central Park?

    • Dogs

    • Squirrels

    • Goats

    • Ducks

    Correct Answer
    A. Ducks
    Explanation
    Holden wonders about which animals in Central Park? The answer is ducks.

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  • 3. 

    What is the reason for Holden leaving his school?

    • He's moving

    • He failed most of his classes

    • He was expelled for fighting

    • He was expelled for destruction of school property.

    Correct Answer
    A. He failed most of his classes
    Explanation
    Holden leaving his school because he failed most of his classes suggests that he was not performing well academically. Failing most of his classes could have led to frustration, disappointment, and a lack of motivation to continue his education at that particular school. It implies that Holden was not able to meet the academic requirements and standards set by the school, which ultimately resulted in his decision to leave.

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  • 4. 

    What does the elevator operator offer Holden?

    • Money

    • Drugs

    • A Prostitute

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A Prostitute
    Explanation
    Holden is offered a prostitute by the elevator operator. This suggests that the elevator operator is involved in illegal activities and is willing to provide Holden with a sexual service. This aligns with the theme of Holden's encounters with various characters who engage in immoral or unethical behaviors throughout the novel. The offer of a prostitute also highlights Holden's struggle with his own desires and his conflicted feelings about engaging in adult activities.

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  • 5. 

    Who says... “Life is a game, boy. Life is a game that one plays according to the rules.” ?

    • Holden

    • Stradlater, Holden's roommate

    • Ackley, Holden's neighbor

    • Mr. Spencer, Holden's history teacher

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr. Spencer, Holden's history teacher
    Explanation
    Mr. Spencer, Holden's history teacher, says "Life is a game, boy. Life is a game that one plays according to the rules." This quote suggests that Mr. Spencer believes life is like a game, where one must follow certain rules in order to succeed. It implies that there are guidelines and expectations in life that individuals must adhere to in order to navigate and find success or fulfillment. This quote reflects Mr. Spencer's perspective on life and his belief in the importance of following societal norms and regulations.

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  • 6. 

    Who is Jane Gallagher?

    • An old friend of Holden

    • Holden's girlfriend.

    • A Prostitute.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. An old friend of Holden
    Explanation
    Jane Gallagher is described as an old friend of Holden in the novel "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger. Throughout the story, Holden reminisces about his interactions and memories with Jane, indicating a close relationship between the two characters. However, it is important to note that Jane is not portrayed as Holden's girlfriend or a prostitute. Therefore, the correct answer is that Jane Gallagher is an old friend of Holden.

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  • 7. 

    What or who is the “Catcher in the Rye”?

    • Holden's father

    • Holden's dream job

    • Phoebe's stuffed animal

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Holden's dream job
    Explanation
    The "Catcher in the Rye" refers to Holden's dream job. In the novel "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger, Holden Caulfield, the protagonist, envisions himself as a "catcher in the rye" who saves children from falling off a cliff while they are playing in a field of rye. This metaphorical job represents Holden's desire to protect innocence and preserve the purity of childhood. It symbolizes his longing to prevent young people from experiencing the corruption and phoniness of the adult world.

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  • 8. 

    Holden decides to punch Stradlater because...?

    • Stradlater refused to answer the question about his date.

    • Stradlater attacked Holden first.

    • Stradlater brags about his date with Jane.

    • Stradlater was teasing Holden.

    Correct Answer
    A. Stradlater refused to answer the question about his date.
    Explanation
    Holden decides to punch Stradlater because Stradlater refused to answer the question about his date. This suggests that Holden was frustrated or angry with Stradlater's refusal to share information about his date, which could indicate a sense of betrayal or a desire for transparency in their friendship.

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  • 9. 

    In the beginnging of the novel, Holden is...?

    • In his dorm

    • At a football game

    • In some sort of psychiatric unit

    • Home for Christmas break

    Correct Answer
    A. In some sort of psychiatric unit
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "in some sort of psychiatric unit." This can be inferred from the information given in the question, as it mentions that the novel is in the beginning and Holden is in a psychiatric unit.

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