Catcher in the Rye Chapter 13-26

Why did Holden get depressed while walking back to the hotel?

The more he thought about being "yellow" the more depressed he got.

Explain why Holden would call himself Jim Steele

He would call himself Jim Steele because he wanted to sound like a "real man".

Where does Holden stand on the subject of religion.

He knows the stories of the bible but doesn't actually believe.

According to Holden what does he do when he gets very depressed?

He talks out loud to Allie.

What happened to Holden when he met Sunny and Maurice?

He gets beat up takes the money Holden owed her.

Why did Holden make a movie reference at the end of Chapter 14?

He used it to explain how he would get revenge on Maurice.

While talking about money, how does Holden slip a mention about Allie?

Holden mentions Allie because him mother hasn't been too healthy since Allie died.

When Holden talks about the nuns he alludes to two things that depressed him. What are they and why would they make Holden depressed?

The nuns only have coffee and toast for breakfast. He feels depressed because he had more money than they did. He felt depressed that he didn't give more money to the nuns, because he felt guilty that he was using it for something else.

What is the connection you might make between mercutio and Allie?

Holden describes Mercutio and his death in the same way he does Allie's.

What alleviated Holden's depression while walking toward Broadway?

He passed a little boy singing a song " If a body catch a body coming through the rye."

Why does Holden like the Museum of Natural History? How does this explain Holden's current situation.

He likes it because it reminds him the times he spent with Phoebe there.

Summarize Holden's date with Sally.

They go to see a play at the Lunts. Afterwards, they go skating at Radio City. While taking a break Holden says "they should run away together to escape from society." Sally thinks its ridiculous and begins to cry. Holden tries to apologize but she's too upset, so he leaves without her.

Carl Luce cuts Holden off when he is saying "I need your advice, I'm in a terrific-" What was Holden going to say?

He was going to say a terrific mess or bad situation because he thought that Carl was a smart guy and he mentioned that's why he didn't want to discuss anything serious with him.

Why does Holden pretend to be shot?

He was so drunk that he tried to conceal that he was wounded.

Where does Holden go after the bar and why?

He goes to the park to see if there were any ducks around.

What causes Holden to miss Allie's funeral? Why is this explanation incomplete?

Holden was in the hospital after breaking the windows with his hands. His explanation is incomplete because there was still time to go to the funeral.

Holden had an experience at the cemetery that nearly drove him crazy. What happened and why did he react that way?

It rained at the cemetery and the visitors ran to their cars and drove off. Holden got upset because he felt like it was unfair that Allie couldn't do the same.

Holden heads home why?

He wanted to see Phoebe before he "died."

Explain Holden's reaction to D.B. writing a script about Annapolis?

He get upset because he wants to see D.B.

Phoebe asks Holden "Why did you do it!" What was his explanation.

He said that it was one of the worst schools and everybody was phony or mean.

What happened to James Castle?

He jumped out a window because he didn't to take back what he said.

When Phoebe challenges Holden to name one thing he likes how does he respond?

Holden says he likes Allie. He also like sitting and talking to Phoebe.

What what Holden like to be? How is this significant?

He wanted to be the catcher in the rye. He just wants to save lives because he he could've saved Allie.

How is Mr.Antolini Special?

Mr. Antolini was a caring man, easy to talk to, and his favorite teacher.

Why doesn't Holden's mom enjoy herself when she is out?

She is too depressed after Allie's death.

What made Holden cry?

Because Phoebe gave Holden her Christmas money. And it was his last goodbye.

Why would Holden wish he's been caught while leaving the apartment?

Because he really wanted to stay.