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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Holden reveal about himself in the first sentence of Chapter 3?
(a) He will miss Mr. Spencer.
(b) He hates phonies.
(c) He is a terrific liar.
(d) He is scared of his father.

2. What does the elevator operator offer Holden?
(a) A stolen watch.
(b) A cigarette.
(c) A cheaper place to stay.
(d) A prostitute.

3. Who is the woman Holden talks to on the ride to New York?
(a) Ernest Morrow's mother.
(b) The headmaster's wife.
(c) Ackley's aunt.
(d) Stradlater's sister.

4. How far does Holden walk back to the hotel?
(a) 41 blocks.
(b) 12 blocks.
(c) 37 blocks.
(d) The exact number is not given.

5. What show does Holden get seats for?
(a) Gone with the Wind.
(b) I Know My Love.
(c) The Wizard of Oz.
(d) The 39 Steps.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the club in Holden's hotel?

2. What does Stradlater do while Holden talks to him about his date?

3. Who is the narrator of the novel?

4. What does Holden ask the cab driver about?

5. What kind of hat does Holden wear?

(see the answer key)

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