The Catcher In The RyePower Point by: Jeff Thomson

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Characters

Holden Caulfield

Ackley

Stradlater

Jane Gallagher

Phoebe Caulfield

Allie Caulfield

D.B. Caulfield

Mr. Spencer

Carl Luce

Mr. Antolini

Maurice

Sunny

Plot

Set in 1950’s

Holden as narrator

Takes place in New York City

Holden matures throughout story

Themes

Loss of innocence

Rebellion against society

Mental instability

Motifs

Loneliness

Relationships

Sexuality

Lies

Deception

Symbols

Holden’s Hunting cap

The ducks in central park

The “catcher in the rye”

The museum of natural history

About The Author

J.D. Salinger

Born 1919

New York City

Catcher in the Rye (1951)

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Michigan English Language Proficiency

Standards R.1.2.2 Recognize Concepts of Print Literacy

R.5.2.2 Read and demonstrate comprehension of main ideas and supporting details

R.10.2.2;3.1 Identify author’s voice, attitude, and point of view