Wrapping up The Catcher in the Rye

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Topics

What do you think was really going on with Holden Caulfield?
Throughout the story, Holden is finding fault with everything around him, and looking for solutions to his mood problems. What do you think he actually needed?

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Homework

#hw (lang) How do you think Holden's depression affected his decision-making? Write a paragraph that describes what you think was going on in his head. 2025-03-06
#hw (lang) If this was a true story, what do you think might have actually helped Holden deal with the situation in a better way? How would it help? Do you think Holden would be receptive to it? Answer with a short pargraph. 2025-03-06