The Catcher in the Rye

Lesson 4
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ELA

Unit 6

10th Grade

Lesson 4 of 26

Objective


Characterize Salinger based on his obituary and draw connections between Salinger and Holden. 

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Target Task


Writing Prompt

What does the first paragraph of The Catcher in the Rye suggest about Holden? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

How do Salinger’s experiences and views impact Holden’s character?

Key Questions


  • Why does the author include the story about Salinger and the teens in paragraph 10?
  • What does paragraph 12 suggest about Salinger?
  • What central idea do paragraphs 20–21 reinforce?
  • Based on Salinger’s obituary, what themes or ideas can we expect to find in The Catcher in the Rye?

Notes


  • Consider beginning class with a reading quiz on last night’s homework. 
  • During class, students should review/reread key parts of the homework to reinforce comprehension.
  • The majority of class should be students first independently reading the first paragraph of The Catcher in the Rye and either writing or discussing the connections between Holden and Salinger. 
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