Alcohol
What is the legal age to drink in Colorado?
21
is holden old enough to drink?
No, he's 17
What is alcohol?
An intoxicating ingredient found in beer, wine, and liquor. Alcohol is produced by the fermentation of yeast, sugars, and starches.
What is the common feeling when consuming alcohol?
Relaxed and euphoric
how does holden get his drinks?
His age is not questioned at certain bars.
what does Holden order at the bars?
scotch and soda
How much can an average person drink?
2 drinks or less in a day for men or 1 drink or less in a day for women,
what emotions make Holden want to drink usually?
depression, lonley
why do people in real life drink?
people want to have fun, or want to take away emotions short term.
How much can an average person drink before they get drunk?
four to five shots of alcohol
why does holden always offer to get a drink with people?
he wants to numb his emotions when interacting with people. he uses it as a social crutch.
How can Holden relate to Jane's father
Jane's father is an alcoholic and smokes
What is the chemical that is released when you consume alcohol?
endorphins
what does holden say when people ask him how he gets his drinks?
His height and the few grey hairs he has.
which club refused to serve Holden?
Edmont hotel or the Lavender Room