Understanding the climax of "The Catcher in the Rye"
Lesson Outline
We read and discussed Chapter 25. As we read, we discussed analysis guide questions. I pointed out symbolism and metaphors and we discussed why this novel is considered an important work.
Assignment
Read Chapter 26.
Session Minutes
60
Minutes Student Attended
60
Lesson Comments
Joey seems to appreciate and really understand all the aspects of the novel that we are discussing.
Review of vocabulary from "The Catcher in the Rye"
Lesson Outline
We reviewed new vocabulary that Joey had worked with throughout the novel. He found and looked over cards that he had written for many of the words. Vocabulary will be one of the quizzes on the novel.
"The Catcher in the Rye" symbolism in Chapters 24 and 25
Lesson Outline
We read and discussed Chapter 24 and the character of Mr. Antolini and his worry that Holden was heading for a "fall." We reviewed and discussed analysis questions for Chapter 24 and then previewed guide questions for Chapter 25. We read and discussed the section in Chapter 25 where Holden felt that he would fall and disappear as he stepped off the curbs of streets.
Session Minutes
60
Minutes Student Attended
60
Lesson Comments
Joey is very focused and involved in discussions and using information in the novel to make good inferences.
