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__The Catcher in the Rye__ Inquiries for Chapters 3, 4 and 5 1) Why do you think Holden admits that he is "the most terrific liar you ever saw in your life?"

2) Holden uses the term "and all" //many// times in the novel. Think about the why he speaks and what he says. Why do you think Salinger chose this phrase for Holden? What does it tell you about his character?

3) On pages 18 and 19, Holden goes into quite a bit of detail (surprise, surprise!) about the books he has read. Why does he do this?

4) What is Holden's relationship with the other boys at the school? Think especially about Ackley and Stradlater.

5) What's Holden's deal with Stradlater being a "secret slob?" (p. 27) Why do Stradlater's habits irritate him so much?

6) Why, do you think, does Holden agree to write Stradlater's essay for him? (make sure you use the text to base your answer on. This is //not// the Dr. Phil show).

7) From the way Holden discusses his brother, Allie, how do you think he feels about him? About the way things are? (p. 38)