English 21-23 Flashcards
idk (26 cards)
What does Holden do when he first arrives at his family’s apartment?
He sneaks in and looks for Phoebe.
Who does Holden find sleeping in D. B.’s room?
Phoebe.
What does Holden think about children when they are asleep?
They always look peaceful.
What name does Phoebe sign in her schoolbooks?
Phoebe Weatherfield Caulfield.
What does Holden enjoy reading in Phoebe’s schoolbooks?
Notes to friends, curious questions, and imaginative jottings.
What is Phoebe’s reaction upon waking and seeing Holden?
She is overjoyed.
What does Phoebe talk about when she sees Holden?
Her school play, a movie, D. B.’s work, a boy who bullies her, and their parents being at a party.
What does Phoebe realize about Holden’s return home?
He is home two days early and has been kicked out of school.
What does Phoebe do when Holden tries to justify his behavior?
She covers her head with a pillow.
What does Holden do after leaving Phoebe’s room?
He goes to get some cigarettes.
What does Holden try to explain to Phoebe when he returns?
Why he fails his classes and what he hates about school.
What accusation does Phoebe make against Holden?
That he hates everything.
What does Phoebe challenge Holden to name?
One thing he likes.
What does Holden say he likes?
Allie.
What does Phoebe remind Holden about Allie?
That Allie is dead.
What lyric does Holden mention when asked about his life goals?
If a body catch a body comin’ through the rye.
What does Holden imagine in the field of rye?
Children playing near a cliff.
What does Holden want to do for the children in the rye?
Catch them when they come too close to falling off.
What does Phoebe point out about Holden’s understanding of the lyric?
That he misheard the actual words.
Who does Holden call after leaving Phoebe’s room?
Mr. Antolini.
What is Mr. Antolini’s reaction to Holden being kicked out of school?
He is shocked and invites Holden to stay the night.
What significant action did Mr. Antolini take regarding James Castle?
He was the only teacher who approached James Castle’s body after his death.
What does Holden do when he hears his parents come home?
He hides in the closet.
What does Holden tell Phoebe before he leaves?
That he plans to leave New York and move out west alone.
