The Catcher in the Rye (2021)

Lesson 5
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ELA

Unit 11

10th Grade

Lesson 5 of 26

Objective


Characterize Holden based on his diction and interactions with peers.

Readings and Materials


  • Book: The Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger  — Chapters 1-2

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Target Task


Writing Prompt

What does p. 3 suggest about Holden? What specific diction supports your response?

What do pp. 5–8 reveal about Holden’s relationship with his peers? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

Explain Salinger’s use of juxtaposition in describing Spencer and his surroundings/appearance.

Multiple Choice

What does the above suggest about Holden?

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Sample Response

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Key Questions


Ch. 1

  • What does the opening page suggest about Holden? 
  • What does the chapter reveal about Holden and his relationship with his peers?

Ch. 2

  • How does the author use juxtaposition in chapter 2 to convey Holden's thoughts on the world?
  • What do Spencer's words reveal about Holden?
  • What is the difference between how Holden and Spencer feel?
  • Why does Salinger include the excerpt from Holden’s exam paper?

Notes


  • The teacher should be sure to explicitly roll out expectations regarding books in this class (i.e., students should always have them in class, annotations should be made directly in the text, etc.). Also roll out any expectations regarding loaner books and the grading of books/annotations.
  • During this week, you should also explicitly teach the vocabulary for chapters 1–6.

Next

Explain the difference between Holden’s point of view of himself/others and reality. 

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