Vocab: Definitions
What is the definition of 'gripe?'
To compain
The students made Billy sit in the corner because they thought he was weird and smelly.
Ostracize.
Who is Holden's history teacher?
Mr. Spencer (Old Spence)
How many schools has Holden been kicked out of? (including Pencey.)
Four
What does Holden refer to superficial people as?
Phoney
What is the definition of 'suave?'
Charming but insincere
My grandmother donated all her designer purses to charity because she got new designer purses.
Lavish
What is Holden's brother's, DB, job?
Working on the movies in Hollywood
What does Holden's younger brother pass away from?
Leukemia
Why does Holden become so upset with Stradlater?
He won't tell Holden what he and Jane did in the car and he insulted the composition Holden wrote about his dead brother's baseball glove
What is the definition of 'rostrum?'
A platform used for public speaking. (Like a podium)
Becky and Brenda were no longer on speaking terms after Becky stole Brenda's shoes.
Tiff
The death of his brother Allie caused him to break out all the windows in the garage
Where did Holden get his red hunting hat, and what was the price?
New York City for a buck.
Why is Holden nervous about Stradlater's date with Jane Gallagher?
Because Holden cares about Jane and he has been on a double date with Stradlater, and he knows he's not a nice boy
What is the definition of 'Unscrupulous?'
having no principles or morals.
The only emotion I felt that day was anger. It was extremely intense anger.
Stark
How does Holden feel about his roommate, Stradlater?
He resents him because he finds him phony, however, he also admires him due to his good looks
What is the only subject Holden is passing and WHY is he passing it?
English because he had read the books at his other schools and he is talented at writing compositions
Why does Holden decide to leave Pencey Prep early?
He is feeling overwhelmed and alienated. He has had enough of "phony people."
What is the definition of 'immaterial?'
unimportant
The company's practice of exploiting child labor in developing countries was seen as a violation of human rights.
Putrid
Who is Rudolph Schmidt?
The name Holden takes on when he talks to his classmate's mother.
Why does Holden go into Ackley's room after he gets into an argument with Stradlater?
He was feeling lonely and thought maybe being around Ackley would provide companionship/friendship
Why is it significant that Holden takes off his red hunting hat once he leaves Pencey?
He doesn't feel the need to hide under/behind it. He adopts a new personality. He "isn't" Holden when on the subway.