Hi everyone,1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.
b.
c.
3. What year was The Catcher in the
4. Who was the president of the
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.
b.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.
b.
c. Musical style:
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:
b. Men:
c. Differences:
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.
b.
c.
9. What was the average income for a family in the
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than
a. kind of school --
b. differences from NCHS --
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
charmant jesuka
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11/1/11
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
the catcher in the rye was written by J D SALINGER
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.He use The Catcher in the Rye was one of the most popular books and paradoxically one of the most taught books of the twentieth century.
b. he use to served in the army during World War II,
c.salinger has been at various times a zen buddhist ,a christian scientist and a scientologist
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
in 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a. in 1951, Libya became the first African country to gain independence in the decade, and in 1954 the Algerian wae began.
b.Seoul falls again to communist forces January 4, but UN forces retake it March 14 as superior UN air power knocks Russian-piloted MiG-15s out of the skies and uses bombs, rockets, strafing, and napalm to destroy enemy ground forces .
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.. Tennessee Waltz - b. Too Young
c. Musical style:
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:A plain pair of black capri pants, a white long-sleeved button-down cotton shirt, white socks and white canvas sneakers would be fine. You could also get a little scarf in a solid color and tie it around your neck. That was big back then. Put a bow in your hair to finish the look.
b. Men: shoes and a pair of khaki slacks with a short sleeve button down (tuck it in) maybe wear some suspenders.
c. Differences:they wore differently.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.bread: money
b. bug: "you bug me" - to bother
c. cut the gas: be quiet!
be quiet!
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
In 1951, the average family income was only $3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?He reacently attended Pencey Prep.
a. kind of school --
b. differences from NCHS --
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -
c. grieving and loss (5 stages -- The normal lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
Shanygne Emmanuel
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Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
-Jol Salinger.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
- he began to write at the age of fifteen ;
.raised in a relatively wealthy family in New York City
;he served the army during world war 2
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published? July 16, 1951
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4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry S Truman
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
Rock and roll
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:The women wore a floral dress or a skirt with a blouse
b.Men;wore suits (always polished shoes) and felt hats
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?25 dollars a week
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden reacently attended Pencey Prep But got kicked out.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words? illness is when someone is sick
.
a. depression --discourage
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?they don't like when stories don’t end, but just stop.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?1951 and it’s a novel
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?Holden Caulfield- A Recently Suspended Sixteen-Year Old Preparatory School Student
. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.I’m no gook;I am Korean
Daniel Velez
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11/1/11
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
the catcher in the rye was written by J D SALINGER
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.He use The Catcher in the Rye was one of the most popular books and paradoxically one of the most taught books of the twentieth century.
b. he use to served in the army during World War II,
c.salinger has been at various times a zen buddhist ,a christian scientist and a scientologist
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
in 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a. in 1951, Libya became the first African country to gain independence in the decade, and in 1954 the Algerian wae began.
b.Seoul falls again to communist forces January 4, but UN forces retake it March 14 as superior UN air power knocks Russian-piloted MiG-15s out of the skies and uses bombs, rockets, strafing, and napalm to destroy enemy ground forces .
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.. Tennessee Waltz -
b. Too Young
c. Musical style:
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:A plain pair of black Capri pants, a white long-sleeved button-down cotton shirt, white socks and white canvas sneakers would be fine. You could also get a little scarf in a solid color and tie it around your neck. That was big back then. Put a bow in your hair to finish the look.
b. Men: shoes and a pair of khaki slacks with a short sleeve button down (tuck it in) maybe wear some suspenders.
c. Differences:they wore differently.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.bread: money
b. bug: "you bug me" - to bother
c. cut the gas: be quiet!
be quiet!
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
In 1951, the average family income was only $3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?He reacently attended Pencey Prep.
a. kind of school --
b. differences from NCHS --
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -
c. grieving and loss (5 stages -- The normal lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
Originally published for adults, it has since become popular with adolescent readers for its themes of teenage confusion, angst, alienation, language, and rebellion. It has been translated into almost all of the world's major languages. Around 250,000 copies are sold each year, with total sales of more than 65 million books. The novel's protagonist and antihero, Holden Caulfield, has become an icon for teenage rebellion.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteJ.D. Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.Jerome David Salinger was born in Manhattan, New York City, on the New Year's Day of 1919.
b.He was not a good students and was kicked out of school for failing classes. Then his parents sent him to Pennsylvania to a military academy where he graduated in 1936.
c.As the popularity of his book “The Catcher in the Rye” grew he started to withdraw from the public and in 1953 he moved to Cornish, New Hampshire where he lived until his demise in 2010.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
The Catcher in the Rye was published in 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
b.Constant clashes between communism and capitalism throughout the world.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Because of You - Tony Bennet
b.Cry - Johnnie Ray
c. Musical style: Rock ‘n’ Roll dominated the 50’s but other rhythms as blues and pop music were also popular.
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:1950s fashions emphasized fragile femininity, in the form of soft shoulders full skirts, and a tight waist, emphasizing the bust and the hourglass-shaped figure.
b. Men: Men's 1950s fashion was clean cut and conservative. The suits were very popular specially those called “Grey Flannel Suit”.
c. Differences:The fashion in the 1950’s was very conservative and trimmed, with a clear separation of men’s clothes and women’s clothes. Nowadays we see much more technology in fashion which make the looks not so classic and more loose and free in terms of gender, even having androgyny as an influence.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a. cloud 9 - really happy
b. blast - good time
c. big tickle: really funny
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
The average of family income in 1951 was around $3,700.
Naing,YeHtet
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11/1/11
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
Jerome David Salinger wrote The Catcher in the Rye.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.He was an American author, best known for the novel” The Catcher in the Rye”
b.Salinger began writing short stories while in secondary school
c.He always changes his religious beliefs
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
in 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a. Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
b. Constant clashes between communism and capitalism throughout the world.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Be My Love - Mario Lanza
b.Sentimental Journey - Les Brown & the Ames Brothers
c. Musical style:Pop
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:Very large balloon sleeves
b. Men: Fitted suit jacket
c. Differences:Nowadays girls wear bulky cotton skirt, jeans,boots and leather jacket and boys also.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.big tickle: really funny
b.circled: married
c.cut the gas: be quiet!
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
$3700 in 1951
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school -- insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS -- It is an excellent school;#6 in Gold Medal Schools. It is safe for the students to study.
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
He attended Pencey Prep But got kicked out.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression -- The condition of feeling sad
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) -- To feel great sorrow or distress, especially at the death of someone
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
They didn't like because the author stopped the book without ending.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
1951 and it’s a novel that talked about the teenager’s school life.
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
“The Catcher in the Rye” has become popular because of its themes of teenage confusion, alienation, language, and rebellion.
hua chen
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11.1.11
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
J. D. Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.He was born in New Year’s day
b.He was not good student and failed the class.
c.He attended a Columbia College.
.3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a. Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
b. Constant clashes between communism and capitalism throughout the world.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty Minute Man -Dominoes
b.Rocket 88 -Jackie Brenston
c. Musical style:ROCK
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:a below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, pointed bust, small waist, and rounded shoulder line
b. Men:wore suits (always polished shoes) and felt hats
c. Differences:The fashion in the 1950’s was very conservative and trimmed, with a clear separation of men’s clothes and women’s clothes. Nowadays we see much more technology in fashion which make the looks not so classic and more loose and free in terms of gender, even having androgyny as an influence.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.BIG DADDY-----an older person
b.BREAD------money
c.BUG--“you bug me”----to bother
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
$3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school -- insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
the author stopped the book without ending.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
it is a story about teenagers' life
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
It is popular.
hua chen
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11.1.11
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
J. D. Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.He was born in New Year’s day
b.He was not good student and failed the class.
c.He attended a Columbia College.
.3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a. Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
b. Constant clashes between communism and capitalism throughout the world.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty Minute Man -Dominoes
b.Rocket 88 -Jackie Brenston
c. Musical style:ROCK
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:a below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, pointed bust, small waist, and rounded shoulder line
b. Men:wore suits (always polished shoes) and felt hats
c. Differences:The fashion in the 1950’s was very conservative and trimmed, with a clear separation of men’s clothes and women’s clothes. Nowadays we see much more technology in fashion which make the looks not so classic and more loose and free in terms of gender, even having androgyny as an influence.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.BIG DADDY-----an older person
b.BREAD------money
c.BUG--“you bug me”----to bother
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
$3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school -- insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
the author stopped the book without ending.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
it is a story about teenagers' life
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
It is popular.
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ReplyDelete1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteThe Catcher in the Rye is written by J.D. Salinger.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.He was born in Manhattan,New York
b.He began writing a short stories while he was in secondary school
c.He served the army during world war II
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
The Catcher in the Rye was published on 16 July 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman was the president during 1951
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.President Harry Truman inaugurated transcontinental television service on September 4, 1951 when he made a speech to the nation.
b.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Rocket 88 by Jackie Brenston
b. How High The Moon by Les Paul
c. Musical style: Rock and Roll
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:slim skirts and little hats with veil and feathers
b. Men: "gray flannel suit"
c. Differences: Today people are wearing more casually and back there were wearing more formally.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Big tickle - Really funny
b.Bash - great party
c.Dolly - Cute girl
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
The average income for a family in 1951 was $ 3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school - insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS -it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
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ReplyDelete1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteThe Catcher in the Rye is written by J.D. Salinger.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.He was born in Manhattan,New York
b.He began writing a short stories while he was in secondary school
c.He served the army during world war II
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
The Catcher in the Rye was published on 16 July 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman was the president during 1951
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.President Harry Truman inaugurated transcontinental television service on September 4, 1951 when he made a speech to the nation.
b.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Rocket 88 by Jackie Brenston
b. How High The Moon by Les Paul
c. Musical style: Rock and Roll
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:slim skirts and little hats with veil and feathers
b. Men: "gray flannel suit"
c. Differences: Today people are wearing more casually and back there were wearing more formally.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Big tickle - Really funny
b.Bash - great party
c.Dolly - Cute girl
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
The average income for a family in 1951 was $ 3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school - insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS -it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12.a. depression - when somebody doesn't feels discourage
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) -process of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
Yes,I can find and it says when it was published and who is the writer and also it says that is a novel
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
It is popular.
1.J.D.Salinger
ReplyDelete2. a.He is not a good student in his young life and he was kicked out of the schools
b.He was hospitalized for combat stress reaction after Germany was defeated
c.He served the army during war II
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.World war II
b.Cold war
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty minute man by billy ward
b.rocket 88 by jackie brenston
c. Musical style:Rocket music
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men?
a. Women:the shirtwaist dress' emphasis on the waist, small rounded shoulders, and the bust is anything but masculine.
b. Men:a dark and drab business suit and hat, lots of fabric in pant legs.
c. Differences:People wear colorful clothes.They design how to wear base on how the cloth fit their body.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Cool it Pops! Relax
b.hey Daddy-o.... hello
c.What`s up Doc? how are you
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
$3,700
10. a. kind of school --being superficial or phony or strict
b. differences from NCHS --the poor performance won`t affect the students` school life or expelled by the school.
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
He attended Pencey Prep But got kicked out.
12. a. depression --Feeling very sad and without hope
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A condition of persistent mental and emotional stress occurring as a result of injury or severe psychological shock.
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --Feeling bad about the state of no longer having sth.
13.The challenges generally begin with Holden's frequent use of vulgar language.People wanted to stop the impact.Because the negative effect spread on students.
14.Yes,it says The Catcher in the Rye has served as a firestorm for controversy and debate
Critics have argued the moral issues raised by the book and the context.Depression,sexual exploration, vulgarity, and other erratic behavior, have all attributed to the controversial nature of the novel.
15. Yes,it say the book is originally published for adults, it has since become popular with adolescent readers for its themes of teenage confusion, alienation, language, and rebellion.
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ReplyDelete1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ans:JD Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author's life. Write them in your own words here.
ans:A.Salinger's father wanted him to follow in his footsteps as a meat importer, sending his son to Austria to learn the trade. Salinger left Austria just one month before the country fell to Hitler.
B.He served in the army during World War II, saw action in D-Day, was among the first American soldiers to enter a liberated concentration camp, and interrogated prisoners of war as a counter-intelligence officer.
C.The Catcher in the Rye was one of the most banned books and paradoxically one of the most taught books of the twentieth century.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
ans: on July 16, 1951 in New York City by Little, Brown and Company.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
ans: Harry S. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
ANS:a.March 2, 1996 British Government reports that Mad-Cow dies es has likely been passed to humans. It will lead to a worldwide food scare.
b.Libya became independence.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.forever and Always, b.Hearts Burst Into Fire,c.musical style:classic and rock(mix)
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:shirt and pent,tie and white shoes
b. Men:black shoes , t-shirt, jinns and tie
c. Differences:wearing style different.
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1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
The Catcher in the Rye was written by J. D. Salinger.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a. When his family moved to live on the Park Avenue Salinger was enrolled to attend McBurney School in Manhattan. Being Jewish Salinger had difficulties fitting in at his new school environment, so he decided to change his name and instead of David call himself Jerry. ( His family would call him Sonny)
b. During the Second World War J. D. Salinger started submitting short stories which were published in many magazines.
c. Salinger became a follower of Zan Buddhist in late 1940s. In 1948 he submitted a short story tittled “A Perfect Day for Bananafish” to The New Yorker.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
The Catcher in the Rye was published in July 16, 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
The president of United States in that year was Hurry S. Truman.
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a. Gen. MacArthur offers to discuss a truce, Beijing (Peking) rejects his bid March 29, President Truman calls for a "limited war," MacArthur makes public his call for air attacks on Chinese cities, repeating his insistence that there is "no substitute for victory," and President Truman relieves him of his command April 11 (Gen. Ridgway takes over).
b. The U.S. Army explodes an atomic device over the Nevada desert November 1 in the first war maneuver involving troops and nuclear weapons.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a. Patti Page - Tennessee Waltz
b. Perry Como - If
c. Musical style: Classic
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women: Very large balloon sleeves in light sheer fabrics were shown on dresses of dark taffeta. Tailored sleeves were set on below the edge of the shoulder and were interestingly cut to give the effect of forward or backward movement. Long sleeves stopped well above the wrist and most short sleeves covered the elbow.
b. Men: The suit, always a guidepost on the general path of fashion, blended impeccable tailoring with "young" and feminine touches; it was a "little" suit with elegance in its outline and material. The typical suit jacket was molded close to the figure through the shoulders; the waist and bosom were noticeably rounded out at the hips and front.
c. Differences: Is year called “Looking Smart Looking Youthful”.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a. Nerd - intelligent but single-minded person
b. Dork - Stupid/Silly
c. Geek - Intelligent but dislikable person
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Average of income was 2,799.16.
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ReplyDelete1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteJ. D. Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
He started writing in high school.
.He was a soldier in WWII
.He married a Radcliffe student.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
July 16, 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S.Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
The space race between the Soviet Union and USA
The Korean war broke out.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
rock around the clock-bill Haley and his comets
blueberry hill-fats domino
Musical style: rock and roll
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was
fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
Women:dresses, all wore Navy Blue knickers(teenagers),Women of all ages always wore a pinafore in the house.
Men: most men wore hats,
Differences:women were not allow to wore blue jeans,women and men always were very formal
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
ball-a good time
big daddies-adult male
Are you writing a book? - You're asking too many questions
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Just 3500D per years.
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
kind of school and
NC HS is a school for immigrants
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
depression -low mood and low self-esteem,
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -is a psychological disorder, which occurs as a result of exposure to a traumatic event involving physical harm.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
There are many bad words and describes the rebellion of adolescents about the character has a bad behaviors as a teen
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteJ.D.SALINGER
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.He served in the army during World War II, saw action in D-Day, was among the first American soldiers to enter a liberated concentration camp, and interrogated prisoners of war as a counter-intelligence officer.
b.He was married 3 times. His last wife was a nurse named Colleen who was 30 years his junior
c.His father was a wealthy Jewish importer of Kosher cheese
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
July 16 (1951)
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S.Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.The space race between the Soviet Union and USA
The Korean war broke out.
b.World war II
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.rocket 88 by Jackie Brenston
b.Perry Como - If
c. Musical style:Rocket music
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women::dresses, all wore Navy Blue knickers(teenagers),Women of all ages always wore a pinafore in the house.
b. Men:black shoes , t-shirt, jinns and tie
c. Differences:People wear colorful clothes.They design how to wear base on how the cloth fit their body.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Cool it Pops! Relax
b.Big tickle - Really funny
c.Dolly - Cute girl
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
The average income for a family in 1951 was $ 3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school- insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended?
Write the name of the school and the website.
He attended Pencey Prep But got kicked out
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
L5R-78
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1.Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
J.D.Salinger.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.Although the work was an immediate popular success, Salinger has never penned another published novel.
b.Salinger’s father wanted him to follow in his footsteps as a meat importer, sending his son to Austria to learn the trade.
c.Salinger left Austria just one month before the country fell to Hitler.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
In 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman.
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.The World War II.
b.Direct dial coast-to-coast telephone service begins in the United States.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty Minute Man by Dominoes .
b.Rocket 88 by Jackie Brenston .
c. Musical style:Rock music.
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:a very full skirt.
b. Men:The cloth coat was apt to be red, gray, beige or sapphire blue.
c. Differences :
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a. blast - good time
b..circled: married
c.cut the gas: be quiet!
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
$3700.
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --the state of feeling sad and without hope.
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --to feel very sad, especially because sb has died.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
Because the people wanted to stop the negative impact .
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
Yes.
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
Yes.
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDelete-This written by J D SALINGER.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a. He always changes his religious beliefs
b.He married three times
c.He was in the army world war II.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
-In July 15,1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
-Harry s. Truman
5.List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.Constant clashes between communism and capitalism throughout the world
b.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Musical style:Rocket music
b.rocket 88 by Jackie Brenston
c. Musical style: Rock
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a.Women:Slim skirts and little hats with veil and feathers
b.Men:Black shoes,t-shirt, jinns and tie
c.Differences::Wearing style different.
8.List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a..Dolly - Cute girl
b.Bash - great party
c.Big tickle - Really funny
9.What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
-In 1951 was $ 3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a.kind of school -- Insecure high school
b.differences from NCHS --It is dangerous then NCHS.
11.Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
- He attended Pencey Prep But got kicked out.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
A.depression -- When someone can’t concentrate.
b.Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -Persistent mental and emotional stress occurring.
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --No longer having sth.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
- Because popular with adolescent readers it’s for teenage confusion and become an icon for teenage rebellion.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
- In 1951,the story about teenagers life.
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
-it has become popular and it’s of teenage confusion.
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ReplyDelete1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteJerome David Salinger wrote The Catcher in the Rye.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.The Catcher in the Rye is the best-known work of Jerome David Salinger.
b.He attended a Columbia college.
c.He served the army during world war II
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
The Catcher in the Rye was published on 16 July 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman was the president during 1951
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.President Harry Truman inaugurated transcontinental television service on September 4, 1951 when he made a speech to the nation.
b.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty Minute Man -Dominoes
b.Rocket 88 -Jackie Brenston
c. Musical style:Rock
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:a below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, pointed bust, small waist, and rounded shoulder line
b. Men:wore suits (always polished shoes) and felt hats
c. Differences:Today people are wearing more casually and back there were wearing more formally.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Big tickle - Really funny
b.Bash - great party
c.Dolly - Cute girl
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
The average income for a family in 1951 was $ 3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
Charles N.Holden elementary school. http://holden.cps.k12.il.us/
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) -lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
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13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
They didn't like because the author stopped the book without ending.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
The Catcher in the Rye,’ reviewed by Nash K. Burger (1951)
“. . . an unusually brilliant novel . . . Salinger’s rendering of teen-age speech is wonderful: the unconscious humor, the repetitions, the slang and profanity, the emphasis, all are just right.”
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
It say:’Good for teens,people with an open-mind,and teens that have the ability to analyze deeper in the literature.”
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ReplyDelete1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteJ. D. Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.He was active in drama and singing clubs.
b.He sometimes wrote fiction by flashlight under his blankets at night and contributed to the school’s literary magazine
c.In 1942 Salinger was drafted in the U.S. army.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
On July 16, 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S .Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.The United States was becoming increasingly conservative
b.The Cold War took place during Harry S.Truman governed.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a..Rocket 88 -Jackie Brenston
b.Tennessee Waltz
c. Musical style:classical and rock
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:loosened clothes and small waist type of dress.
b. Men:suit jacket and blue pants.
c. Differences:They look so conservative.In modern society,we have all kinds of clothes such as untremmelled and erogenous dresses.It’s so much opening-up.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.JOY RIDE- go outside to walk
b.RED-LETTER- DAY :big day
c.COOL IT :calm down
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
About $3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --military school
b. differences from NCHS --it’s more interesting and unique
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
Name of School: Vally Forge Military Academy
Website: find in study guides
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --a illness that people always are in the mood of sad and upset.
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -the person who have great pressure in the bottom of heart.
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --the person who is distress after someone that is relative to he/she died.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
They did not like this book because they thought this book maybe affected teenagers.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
'Bloom’s Reviews‘.It is about the summary,introduction,biography of J.D.Salinger and thematic and structural analysis,critical views.
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
'Nine stories’ was written by J.D.Salinger.It is about teenagers’life.
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteJ. D. Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.The Catcher in the Rye" is considered to be the twentieth century, one of the classic works of American literature.
b.His daughter Margaret Salinger published a "Dream Catcher: A Memoir,". Her book reveals many unknown secret about Salinger.
c.World War II interrupted Salinger's writing so that Salinger fear of war
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
July 16, 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.the Rosenberg couple were sentenced to death for spying for the Soviet Union
b.First color Television Pictures broadcast from Empire State Buildin
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a Fool,Fool,Fool-The Clovers
b.Too Young-Nat King Cole
c. Musical style: Rock and Country Music
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:looking youthful and pretty. There were few if any bizarre fads. the arts and skills of fashion designers were directed toward giving a woman a very "pretty body," with small waist high, usually draped bosom, natural, graceful shoulders, a decorative head and always a very full skirt.
b. Men: men's suits were broad-shouldered and often double-breasted
c. Differences:both of the material and style are different
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a. She has a cow （She is anger)
b. knock it off! (stop!do't do that)
c.Your guess was right on the nose(your guess was right exactly)
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
$3,700 per year
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --The elite schools
b. differences from NCHS -- Many people that smarter， talent or ability better than other attend this school
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
SparkCollege sparknotes.com/college/admissions/page2.html
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --Collectively referred to as mood disorders or emotional disorders
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -PTSD is a psychological loss of balance and post-traumatic state，always someone hurt by the war or accident,have a Mental illness
c.grieving and loss (5 stages) --Rejected, angry, anxious, depressed and then accept
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
Holden Caulfield is a negative character。it has so mang vulgar word ,book a total of 237 "Goddamn", 58 个 "bastard", 31 个 "Chris sake" and 6 "fuck"it has bad influence.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Ryefrom the year it was published? What does it say?
it is a story about teenagers' life
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
It is popular book that every teenagers need read it
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteJ. D. Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.Salinger was not a good student,had failing grades.
b.Salinger used to serve in the army during WWⅡ.
c.Salinger began writing a short stories while he was in secondary school.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
In 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
b.The Korean war broke out.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.'Cold,Cold Heart"---Tony Bennett
b."Cry" --- Johnnie Ray
c. Musical style:Rock & Roll
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, pointed bust, small waist, and rounded shoulder line
b. Men:clean cut and conservative. The suits were very popular specially those called “Grey Flannel Suit”.
c. Differences:
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Bash---wonderful party
b.Bread---money
c.Blast---good time
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Only $3700.
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --more dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder --A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
They think this novel young readers will adversely affect,because the main character was truanting, smoking, drinking and foul mouth.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
Yes.
It is novel about a boy was wandering in NY for two day and night after being expelled from school.
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
Holden Caulfield has become an icon for teenage rebellion.
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteJ. D. Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.Salinger was not a good student,had failing grades.
b.Salinger used to serve in the army during WWⅡ.
c.Salinger began writing a short stories while he was in secondary school.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
In 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
b.The Korean war broke out.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.'Cold,Cold Heart"---Tony Bennett
b."Cry" --- Johnnie Ray
c. Musical style:Rock & Roll
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, pointed bust, small waist, and rounded shoulder line
b. Men:clean cut and conservative. The suits were very popular specially those called “Grey Flannel Suit”.
c. Differences:
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Bash---wonderful party
b.Bread---money
c.Blast---good time
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Only $3700.
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --more dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder --A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
They think this novel young readers will adversely affect,because the main character was truanting, smoking, drinking and foul mouth.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
Yes.
It is novel about a boy was wandering in NY for two day and night after being expelled from school.
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
Holden Caulfield has become an icon for teenage rebellion.
L5R-12
ReplyDeleteHuiyu Wu
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
Jerome David Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.Salinger was not a good student, he had very low grade, and even was kicked out from the school.
b.He have worked for the school newspaper when he was a student.
c.He has experienced the World War II.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.United States had a war against North Korea.
b.The cold war between U.S. and Soviet Union.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty Minute Man - Dominoes
b.Dust My Broom - Elmore James
c. Musical style:popular music
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:strapless short dresses
b. Men:suit
c. Differences:today's clothes are more leisure.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.cool it - relax
b.Cut the gas - Be quiet!
c.Word from the bird - The truth
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
$3700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --prep school
b. differences from NCHS --NCHS is free for us to study
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended?
Write the name of the school and the website.
Pencey Prep
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --feel bad about oneself
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -feel pressured after get a deep hurt
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --upset greatly
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
Because this book showed the bad thing about teenager but also showed the fact.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
I did not find that.
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
It says that the book showed the problems about the teenagers and it make us think about this issue,but it is not a comfortable reading.
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDelete=> The Catcher In The Rye was written by J D SALINGER
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.J D Salinger was in the army during world war II
b.He start writing at age of fifteen
c.He always changes his religious beliefs
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
=> July 16, 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
=> Harry s. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a. Cold war between u.s.a and soviet union
b.Clash between Capitalism and Communism in the world.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Album released in that time “BALL IN' THE JACK” – by GEORGIA GIBBS.
b.Rocket 88 by Jackie Brenston
c. Musical style: Rock
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women: slim skirts and little hats with veil and feathers
b. Men: flannet suit.
c. Differences: Today people are wearing more casually and back there were wearing more formally.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a. Bash=wonderful party
b. Bread=money
c. Blast=good time
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
=> $3700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school -- Insecure school.
b. it’s different from NCHS -- More dangerous from NCHS.
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression =discourage
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder = A mental disorder
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) = The normal process of reacting to a loss
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
=> The author stopped the book without ending.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
=> Yes,I can find it and it says it is a novel
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
=> It’s popular book.
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteAns:- Jerome David Salinger wrote The Catcher in the Rye.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.The Catcher in the Rye is the best-known work of Jerome David Salinger.
b.He attended a Columbia college.
c.He served the army during world war II
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
Ans:- The Catcher in the Rye was published on 16 July 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Ans:- Harry S. Truman was the president during 1951
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.President Harry Truman inaugurated transcontinental television service on September 4, 1951 when he made a speech to the nation.
b.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty Minute Man -Dominoes
b.Rocket 88 -Jackie Brenston
c. Musical style:Rock
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:a below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, pointed bust, small waist, and rounded shoulder line
b. Men:wore suits (always polished shoes) and felt hats
c. Differences:Today people are wearing more casually and back there were wearing more formally.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Big tickle - Really funny
b.Bash - great party
c.Dolly - Cute girl
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Ans:- The average income for a family in 1951 was $ 3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
Ans:- Charles N.Holden elementary school. http://holden.cps.k12.il.us/
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) -lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
Ans:- They didn't like because the author stopped the book without ending.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
Ans:- The Catcher in the Rye,’ reviewed by Nash K. Burger (1951)
“. . . an unusually brilliant novel . . . Salinger’s rendering of teen-age speech is wonderful: the unconscious humor, the repetitions, the slang and profanity, the emphasis, all are just right.”
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
Ans:- It say:’Good for teens,people with an open-mind,and teens that have the ability to analyze deeper in the literature.”
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteA// Jerome David Salinger.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a. Salinger began writing short stories while in secondary school.
b. Raised in Manhattan, NY
c. Died at 91 years old.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
A// 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
A// Harry S. Truman was the president of the USA.
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a. World War 2 just finished
b. Cold War
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a. sixty minute Man by Dominoes.
b. Rocket 88 by Jackie Brenston.
c. Musical style: Trad Jazz and folk music.
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women: longer skirts, fitted waist, and rounded shoulders.
b. normal suits, hats, Young men often grew their hair out and, with pomade or other hair treatments, coiffed their hair into pompadours.
c. Differences: Now that women dress more daring and many men do not wear suits.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a. ice it: tell someone to forget something.
b. moldy: a bad teacher
c.mush: homework
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
A// In 1951, the average family income was $3,700.
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from
Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school -- a normal school.
b. differences from NCHS -- NCHS is for immigrants.
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
A// He got kicked out of the military school.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression -- Felling sad.
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) -- Depressed,sad and alienation.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
A// Because it was published for adults but it became more famous when young adults started to read it , because its themes of teenage confusion, angst, alienation, language,and rebellion.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say? I’ll try !!
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say
A//The Catcher in the Rye” has become popular because of its themes of teenage confusion, alienation, language, and rebellion.
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteAns: J.D. SALINGER .
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here
Ans. a. He served in the army during World War II, saw action in D-Day, was among the first American soldiers to enter a liberated concentration camp, and interrogated prisoners of war as a counter-intelligence officer.
b. His father was a wealthy Jewish importer of Kosher cheese
c. He was married 3 times. His last wife was a nurse named Colleen who was 30 years junior then him.
3.What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
Ans: Date of first publication is July 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Ans: President of the United States in 1951 was Harry Truman.
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a. The 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is passed, limiting the president to a maximum of two terms in office. Franklin Delano Roosevelt was elected to four terms beginning in 1932. He died within months of beginning his fourth term. He was the first and only president to be elected to more than two terms.
b. Electric power is produced from the first atomic power reactor in Arcon, Idaho. The U.S. tests nuclear weapons in Nevada and the South Pacific throughout the 50s.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a. Because of You - Tony Bennett
b. My Heart Cries for You - Guy Mitchell
Folk,Classic musics were popular at that time.
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:a below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, pointed bust, small waist, and rounded shoulder line
b. Men:Men:wore suits (always polished shoes) and felt hats
c. Differences:Today people are wearing more casually and back there were wearing more formally.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Big tickle - Really funny
b.Bash - great party
c.Dolly - Cute girl
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Ans: The average family income was $3700 per year.
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
Ans: That was insecure high school and different then Newcomers High School because that was dangerous for the children.
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
Ans: Charles N.Holden elementary school.
http://holden.cps.k12.il.us/
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
Ans: depression =discourage
b. Traumatic Stress Disorder = A mental disorder
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) = The normal process of reacting to a loss
13.When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
Ans: Because the author stopped writing the book without ending.
14.Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
Ans:It is an unusually brilliant novel about a boy was wandering in NY for two day and night after being expelled from school.
15.Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
Ans:Holden Caulfield has became an icon for teenage rebellion.
th before the country fell to Hitler.
ReplyDelete3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
In 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman.
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.The World War II.
b.Direct dial coast-to-coast telephone service begins in the United States.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty Minute Man by Dominoes .
b.Rocket 88 by Jackie Brenston .
c. Musical style:Rock music.
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:a very full skirt.
b. Men:The cloth coat was apt L5R-78
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1.Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
J.D.Salinger.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.Although the work was an immediate popular success, Salinger has never penned another published novel.
b.Salinger’s father wanted him to follow in his footsteps as a meat importer, sending his son to Austria to learn the trade.
c.Salinger left Austria just one monto be red, gray, beige or sapphire blue.
c. Differences :
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a. blast - good time
b..circled: married
c.cut the gas: be quiet!
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
$3700.
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --the state of feeling sad and without hope.
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) --to feel very sad, especially because sb has died.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
Because the people wanted to stop the negative impact .
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
Yes.
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
Yes.
Rosa Medina
ReplyDeleteL5R-78
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
J.D. Salinger.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a. He began writing short stories while in secondary school.
b. He always changes his religious beliefs
c. In 1953, two years after the publication of Catcher, Salinger pulled up stakes in New York City and retreated to a secluded.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
The Catcher in the Rye was published in July 16, 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S. Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.Constant clashes between communism and capitalism throughout the world.
b.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a. Sixty minute man by billy ward
b.rocket 88 by jackie brenston
c. Musical style:Rocket music
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:1950s fashions emphasized fragile femininity, in the form of soft shoulders full skirts, and a tight waist, emphasizing the bust and the hourglass-shaped figure.
b. Men: wore suits (always polished shoes) and felt hats
c. Differences: Nowadays girls wear bulky cotton skirt, jeans,boots and leather jacket and boys also.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a. “Dolly” - Cute girl
b. “Cold,Cold Heart"-Tony Bennett
c. Nerd - intelligent but single-minded person
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Only $3700.
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school -- prep school
b. differences from NCHS -- it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --low mood and low self-esteem
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder --is a psychological disorder, which occurs as a result of exposure to a traumatic event involving physical harm.
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) -- to feel very sad, especially because it has died.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
They didn't like because the author stopped the book without ending.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Ryefrom the year it was published? What does it say?
'Bloom’s Reviews‘.It is about the summary,introduction,biography of J.D.Salinger and thematic and structural analysis,critical views.
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
“The Catcher in the Rye” has become popular because of its themes of teenage confusion, alienation, language, and rebellion.
Jean-luc Antoine
ReplyDelete1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
J. D. Salinger
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
He started writing in high school.
.He was a soldier in WWII
.He married a Radcliffe student.
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
July 16, 1951
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Harry S.Truman
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
The space race between the Soviet Union and USA
The Korean war broke out.
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
rock around the clock-bill Haley and his comets
blueberry hill-fats domino
Musical style: rock and roll
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was
fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
Women:dresses, all wore Navy Blue knickers(teenagers),Women of all ages always wore a pinafore in the house.
Men: most men wore hats,
Differences:women were not allow to wore blue jeans,women and men always were very formal
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
ball-a good time
big daddies-adult male
Are you writing a book? - You're asking too many questions
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Just 3500D per years.
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
kind of school and
NC HS is a school for immigrants
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
depression -low mood and low self-esteem,
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -is a psychological disorder, which occurs as a result of exposure to a traumatic event involving physical harm.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
There are many bad words and describes the rebellion of adolescents about the character has a bad behaviors as a teen?
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
It is popular.
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteAns:- Jerome David Salinger wrote The Catcher in the Rye.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.The Catcher in the Rye is the best-known work of Jerome David Salinger.
b.He attended a Columbia college.
c.He served the army during world war II
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
Ans:- The Catcher in the Rye was published on 16 July 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Ans:- Harry S. Truman was the president during 1951
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.President Harry Truman inaugurated transcontinental television service on September 4, 1951 when he made a speech to the nation.
b.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty Minute Man -Dominoes
b.Rocket 88 -Jackie Brenston
c. Musical style:Rock
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:a below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, pointed bust, small waist, and rounded shoulder line
b. Men:wore suits (always polished shoes) and felt hats
c. Differences:Today people are wearing more casually and back there were wearing more formally.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Big tickle - Really funny
b.Bash - great party
c.Dolly - Cute girl
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Ans:- The average income for a family in 1951 was $ 3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
Ans:- Charles N.Holden elementary school. http://holden.cps.k12.il.us/
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) -lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
Ans:- They didn't like because the author stopped the book without ending.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
Ans:- The Catcher in the Rye,’ reviewed by Nash K. Burger (1951)
“. . . an unusually brilliant novel . . . Salinger’s rendering of teen-age speech is wonderful: the unconscious humor, the repetitions, the slang and profanity, the emphasis, all are just right.”
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
Ans:- It say:’Good for teens,people with an open-mind,and teens that have the ability to analyze deeper in the literature.”
Response to Fohameda,
ReplyDeleteDear Fohameda, your answer of all the questions are clearly and completly, I learn a lot from you.
1. Who wrote The Catcher in the Rye?
ReplyDeleteAns:- Jerome David Salinger wrote The Catcher in the Rye.
2. Find out three interesting facts about the author’s life. Write them in your own words here.
a.The Catcher in the Rye is the best-known work of Jerome David Salinger.
b.He attended a Columbia college.
c.He served the army during world war II
3. What year was The Catcher in the Rye published?
Ans:- The Catcher in the Rye was published on 16 July 1951.
4. Who was the president of the United States in this year?
Ans:- Harry S. Truman was the president during 1951
5. List two things that were going on in the world politically at this time.
a.President Harry Truman inaugurated transcontinental television service on September 4, 1951 when he made a speech to the nation.
b.Cold War between U.S. and The Soviet Union
6. List two songs that were popular in this year. What musical style was popular at this time?
a.Sixty Minute Man -Dominoes
b.Rocket 88 -Jackie Brenston
c. Musical style:Rock
7. What kinds of clothes were in fashion for women during this decade? For men? How was fashion then different from the clothes we wear today?
a. Women:a below-mid-calf length, full-skirt, pointed bust, small waist, and rounded shoulder line
b. Men:wore suits (always polished shoes) and felt hats
c. Differences:Today people are wearing more casually and back there were wearing more formally.
8. List three slang words that teenagers used during this decade and what they mean.
a.Big tickle - Really funny
b.Bash - great party
c.Dolly - Cute girl
9. What was the average income for a family in the United States in this year?
Ans:- The average income for a family in 1951 was $ 3,700
10. The main character of the novel, Holden Caulfield, studies in a different kind of school than Newcomers High School. What kind of school does he attend? How is it different from Newcomers High School?
a. kind of school --insecure high school
b. differences from NCHS --it is dangerous than NCHS
11. Can you find an advertisement or website online for the kind of school Holden attended? Write the name of the school and the website.
Ans:- Charles N.Holden elementary school. http://holden.cps.k12.il.us/
12. Some readers think that Holden Caulfield is mentally ill. Find a definition or explanation of the following mental illnesses or problems, and try to write them in your own words.
a. depression --is when someone can’t really concentrate and can’t really think normally
b. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -Post Traumatic Stress Disorder -A mental disorder like battle fatigue
c. grieving and loss (5 stages) -lprocess of reacting to a loss. The loss may be physical such as a death, social such as divorce, or occupational such as a job.
13. When The Catcher in the Rye was published, there was some controversy about it. Why were some people upset about this book? What did they do as a response? Why?
Ans:- They didn't like because the author stopped the book without ending.
14. Can you find a book review online of The Catcher in the Rye from the year it was published? What does it say?
Ans:- The Catcher in the Rye,’ reviewed by Nash K. Burger (1951)
“. . . an unusually brilliant novel . . . Salinger’s rendering of teen-age speech is wonderful: the unconscious humor, the repetitions, the slang and profanity, the emphasis, all are just right.”
15. Can you find a more recent book review online of The Catcher in the Rye? What does it say?
Ans:- It say:’Good for teens,people with an open-mind,and teens that have the ability to analyze deeper in the literature.”
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