Measure reading comprehension and support analysis of Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger (chapters 24-26) with this bundle, which features a plot-based quiz and close reading exercises. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in both Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions. Through these discussions, students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development, demonstrating an ability to analyze how complex characters transform and advance the plot and themes by applying logic and citing compelling, meaningful textual evidence. They will also evaluate their peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to advance claims, clarifying or challenging unclear ideas. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking. Copyright restrictions prohibit the inclusion of complete literary works, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with access to the novel. By engaging in these exercises, students will: Articulate what the text states explicitly and implicitly Write with clarity, logic, and precision Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims Apply knowledge of literary devices including hyperbole and assonance Explore character motivations Discern meaning in complex and unfamiliar words and phrases Articulate the function of Mr. Antolini’s character in terms of Holden’s development Analyze how complex characters interact Analyze character intentions and motivations Articulate the function of Holden’s note for Phoebe Articulate the significance of Holden’s reaction to Phoebe’s declaration that she will travel with him Analyze the symbolism of the carousel in the context of the chapter Articulate how Holden is a dynamic character in context

Promote student accountability and measure general reading comprehension of J.D. Salinger’s Catcher in the Rye. Featuring 112 questions spanning the entire novel, this bundle quickly and conveniently provides formative data on student knowledge and reading habits. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Answer keys are included. Questions pertain to the following key details: Point of view The tone of Holden’s voice Where Holden is at the start of the story Holden’s family Reason for Holden’s dismissal from Pencey Prep Holden’s irresponsible behaviors and actions Visiting Mr. Spencer “Life is a game” Mr. Spencer’s advice to Holden Holden’s awful paper on ancient Egyptians Holden’s lack of willingness to confront his own actions A prominent article of clothing A character description of Ackley Inference skills (Holden’s judgment of Ackley) A character description of Stradlater An agreement Holden strikes with Stradlater Jane Gallagher Holden’s obsession with and hatred toward phonies A trip to the movies Application of situational irony (irony of result) Ackley’s inclusion The intended subject matter of Stradlater’s composition assignment Holden’s decision to deviate from the assignment’s expectations Character description of Allie Holden’s response to Allie’s death Stradlater’s reaction to Holden’s writing Holden’s attempt to irritate Stradlater Stradlater’s date with Jane A physical altercation Holden’s difficulties in falling asleep A late-night conversation with Ackley Holden’s decision to leave for New York abruptly Holden’s decision to delay returning to his parents’ apartment Holden’s train ride encounter with Ms. Morrow and the ensuing conversation Holden’s hypocrisy Holden’s loneliness Holden’s attempt to set himself up on a date Holden’s judgment of many other hotel patrons Phoebe (her humor, creativity, and biggest imperfection according to Holden) The Lavender Room Holden’s actions in the Lavender Room (ordering drinks, flirting, etc.) The history of Holden and Jane’s friendship Textual evidence that supports how Holden felt closest to Jane (baseball glove) Jane’s alcoholic father “All you knew is you were happy” Horwitz Ernie’s nightclub The significance of these chapters in terms of our understanding of Holden’s character (his loneliness and search for companionship) Holden’s imagination Holden’s confession (fearfulness) An offer from the elevator operator The cost of the offer Holden’s perceptions on what women want Holden’s attempt to avoid intimacy with Sunny A violent altercation Holden’s guilt over an incident involving Allie Holden’s thoughts on organized religion A date with Sally Holden’s mother and her health Holden’s feelings toward his mother Holden’s thoughts on money and its effect on people Holden’s thoughts as he sees the nuns A gift for Phoebe (“Little Shirley Beans”) A phone call to Jane Holden’s search for his sister An encounter with a girl who claims to know Holden’s sister Holden’s thoughts about time as he visits the museum Holden’s date with Sally Sally’s flirtatiousness Holden’s emotional instability and its influence on his treatment of Sally A plan to meet with Carl Luce for drinks An observation that calls to mind Allie Holden’s thoughts about joining the military Holden’s characterization of Carl Luce Holden’s line of questioning (lack of maturity) Holden’s decision to get drunk A drunken phone call to Sally Dropping and breaking the record Holden’s thoughts about death and his own funeral A decision to return home Holden’s observation about sleeping children How Holden was able to gain easy access to his parents’ apartment Holden’s perusal of Phoebe’s school books and personal notes Phoebe’s middle name Phoebe’s concern that Dad will want to kill Holden for being expelled How Phoebe demonstrates her frustrations toward Holden Phoebe’s accusation that Holden hates everything Holden’s interpretation of a misheard song lyric The James Castle incident What Holden loaned James Holden’s desire to call Mr. Antolini Mr. Antolini’s luxurious apartment Mr. Antolini’s drunkenness Holden’s explanation as to why he disliked Pencey Prep That Mr. Antolini is compared to D.B. Holden’s interest in side stories or digressions Mr. Antolini’s fear that Holden is destined for “a terrible fall” The root of Holden’s dissatisfaction in life, according to Mr. Antolini The significance of an education for Holden, according to Mr. Antolini How Mr. Antolini awakens Holden Holden’s visceral reaction to the manner in which he was awakened Holden’s second guessing of Mr. Antolini’s motivations Holden’s concern for his own safety as he crosses streets Holden’s desire to re-connect with Phoebe at the Museum of Art Holden’s desire to move out west and avoid human interaction What upsets Holden at the school Holden’s impending physical collapse The return of the red hunting hat A trip to the zoo Holden’s emotional state as he watches Phoebe on the carousel Holden’s decision to return home

Measure reading comprehension and support analysis of Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger (chapters 18-20) with this bundle, which features a plot-based quiz and rigorous close reading worksheets. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in both Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions. Through these discussions, students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development, demonstrating an ability to analyze how complex characters transform and advance the plot and themes by applying logic and citing compelling, meaningful textual evidence. They will also evaluate their peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to advance claims, clarifying or challenging unclear ideas. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking. Copyright restrictions prohibit the inclusion of complete literary works, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with access to the novel. By engaging in these exercises, students will: Articulate what the text states explicitly and implicitly Write with clarity, logic, and precision Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims Explore character motivations Explore cause-and-effect relationships Apply knowledge of literary devices Analyze the portrayal of complex characters Activate background knowledge of previous chapters to articulate the irony of Holden’s decisions Contrast Holden and his older brother Analyze the nature of Holden’s relationship with Allie Analyze the author’s use of language to discern what it reveals about a character Articulate Luce’s hypocrisy from Holden’s perspective Analyze the nature of the relationship between Holden and Luce Explain why Holden’s attempts to interact with various women are self-sabotaging acts Analyze the symbolism of the broken record Apply knowledge of hyperbole Analyze how details about setting complement Holden’s characterization Analyze a given detail to articulate its irony Explore Holden’s capacity for empathy

Measure reading comprehension and support analysis of Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger (chapters 21-23) with this bundle, which features a plot-based quiz and rigorous close reading worksheets. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in both Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions. Through these discussions, students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development, demonstrating an ability to analyze how complex characters transform and advance the plot and themes by applying logic and citing compelling, meaningful textual evidence. They will also evaluate their peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to advance claims, clarifying or challenging unclear ideas. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking. Copyright restrictions prohibit the inclusion of complete literary works, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with access to the novel. By engaging in these exercises, students will: Articulate what the text states explicitly and implicitly Write with clarity, logic, and precision Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims Discern the tone of a given excerpt Analyze the greater significance of characters’ decisions Discern the meanings of words and phrases in context Make logical inferences about Holden’s mindset Evaluate Holden and Phoebe’s parents’ parenting style Analyze the author’s craft Apply knowledge of literary devices including allusion, symbolism, dramatic irony, situational irony, and hyperbole Analyze the author’s craft to articulate the intended meaning of figurative language Analyze how complex characters interact Articulate the function of a given detail Articulate the function of Phoebe in terms of Holden’s character development Analyze what Mrs. Caulfield’s actions reveal about her parenting style Analyze what Mrs. Caulfield’s frequent headaches imply about her psychological state

Measure reading comprehension and support analysis of Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger (chapters 1-2) with this bundle, which features a plot-based quiz and close reading exercises. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in both Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions. Through these discussions, students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development, demonstrating an ability to analyze how complex characters transform and advance the plot and themes by applying logic and citing compelling, meaningful textual evidence. They will also evaluate their peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to advance claims, clarifying or challenging unclear ideas. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking. Copyright restrictions prohibit the inclusion of complete literary works, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with access to the novel. By engaging in these exercises, students will: Articulate what the text states explicitly and implicitly Explain the significance of a given detail Write with clarity, logic, and precision Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims Analyze the author’s craft to discern how language contributes to the narrator’s psychological state Explore character motivations Analyze the author’s craft to discern how Holden attempts to control the readers’ impressions of him Analyze the significance of Holden’s allusion to David Copperfield in terms of how it establishes his character Analyze Holden’s use of figurative language to discern meaning Identify the factors that contribute to Holden’s perceptions of Selma Consider plot developments from Holden’s point of view, articulating why it is not a big deal that he has been expelled from school Identify several examples of colloquial language Apply knowledge of literary devices including metaphor and overstatement Identify textual details that convey Holden’s sense of isolation Identify context clues that suggest Holden’s family is wealthy Articulate what makes Holden’s visit to see Mr. Spencer unsettling Explore how Holden’s interactions with adults contribute to his self-worth Interpret idiomatic expressions in context Analyze Mr. Spencer’s motivations Analyze Holden’s curiosities about ducks and what they reveal about his moral compass Identify and explain an example of situational irony Infer how Holden feels about the idea of getting older Analyze the phrase “good luck” from Holden’s perspective Articulate a primary function of chapter two