Chapter 7
Who does Holden visit after his fight with Stradlater?
Ackley.
What word does Holden use for people he thinks are fake?
“Phonies”
What city does Holden travel to?
New York City
What transportation does Holden take after leaving Pencey?
A train.
What is the name of Holden's roommate who goes on a date with Jane Gallagher?
Stradlater.
Why does Holden decide to leave Pencey early?
He feels upset after his fight with Stradlater and wants to leave.
What is one way Holden hides his real feelings?
He jokes, lies, or acts like he doesn't care.
What hotel does Holden go to?
The Edmont Hotel
Who does Holden meet on the train?
Mrs. Morrow, Ernest Morrow's mother.
What does Holden put on his head after leaving his dorm room?
His red hunting hat.
How does Holden feel when he thinks about leaving Pencey?
He feels emotional, even though he tries to act like he doesn't care.
Why might Holden be considered an unreliable narrator?
He admits to lying, so readers cannot always trust his version of events.
Who does Holden consider calling after arriving in New York?
Jane Gallagher
What name does Holden give Mrs. Morrow?
Rudolf Schmidt.
What is the name of Holden's younger sister?
Phoebe.
Why do you think Holden runs away from his problems instead of facing them?
He may feel overwhelmed and think leaving is easier than dealing with his feelings.
Do you think Holden is a hypocrite? Why or why not?
No right answer.
Why does Holden have trouble deciding whom to call?
He seems lonely but struggles to reach out to people
Why does Holden lie to Mrs. Morrow about her son?
He wants to make her feel good by telling her nice things about Ernest.
What does Holden ask the cab driver about Central Park?
Where the ducks go during the winter.
What does Holden's decision to leave reveal about his personality?
He tends to avoid difficult situations instead of trying to solve them.
What is one reason Holden is considered an unreliable narrator?
He admits that he lies, so readers have reason to question whether his stories are always accurate.
How does Holden's first night in New York show that he is lonely?
Even in a busy city, he has trouble finding someone to connect with
Why is it ironic that Holden lies while criticizing people for being fake?
He dislikes dishonesty in others but is dishonest himself.
Why does Holden leave Pencey before the school term officially ends?
He has been expelled for failing his classes and is supposed to leave after the Christmas break, but he decides to leave early.