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Where is Holden as he is writing this story?
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. The events he narrates take place in the few days between the end of the fall school term and Christmas, when Holden is sixteen years old.
What does Holden Caulfield always say?
“I’m always saying “Glad to’ve met you” to someone I’m not at all glad I met. If you want to stay alive, you have to say that stuff, though.” ― J. D. Salinger.
Why does Holden have this attitude What is his problem what is his goal?
Holden’s biggest problem is that he won’t recognize reality, he rejects everything based on a mistaken belief that he can create his own truth. Holden believes that if he views adult behavior as phony then he does not have to engage in responsible behavior because he refuses to engage in phony behavior.
What can we learn from Holden Caulfield?
Here are five things The Catcher in the Rye can teach you about life, even if your prom-going days are far behind you.
- You’re not alone in your frustrations.
- Social niceties aren’t always phony.
- Excellent writing can transport you.
- Growing up means channeling your frustrations towards something productive.
What story does Holden tell about the suitcases What does this story say about Holden?
The point that Holden is trying to make when he elaborates about suitcases is that people judge others by the kind of suitcases they carry. He says, Holden remembers the example of an old roommate at Elkton Hills, “Dick Slagle, that had these very inexpensive suitcases”.
What opinions about magazine stories does Holden reveal in the third paragraph?
8.2 What opinions about magazine stories does Holden reveal in the third paragraph? Holden’s opinion about magazine stories is that they are dumb, lousy stories full of phony characters.