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The Catcher in the Rye

J. D. Salinger

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Chapters 1-2 Quiz

Further Study Chapters 1-2 Quiz

1 of 5
Why does Holden call his brother D.B. a prostitute?

Because he works as a male escort
Because he became an actor and lives in Hollywood
Because he writes best sellers
Because he lives in Hollywood, writing for the movie industry

2 of 5
What happened to the fencing equipment in New York?

Holden sold it at a pawn shop in New York.
Holden left it all on the subway.
It was stolen.
The team left it in a taxi.

3 of 5
Why has Holden been kicked out of Pencey Prep?

For torturing a boy named James Castle with a bunch of other bullies
For destroying school property
For flunking too many classes
For selling the fencing equipment at a pawn shop in New York

4 of 5
Why is everyone at the football game that Holden watches from the top of the hill?

It's the popular first game of the season against a school rival.
There is mandatory attendance.
There is a particularly good half time show.
It's the popular last game of the season against a school rival.

5 of 5
What does Mr. Spencer tell Holden?

He tells him not to worry so much and that everything will be fine.
He counsels him in trusting his instincts.
He lectures him about failing in school and life by not applying himself.
He tells him stories of when he was a kid and went to Pencey.

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