SECTION 4 The Catcher in the Rye chapters 7-9

Answer one question with a complete thought of about one paragraph in length.

1. Why does Holden sabotage his efforts to succeed?

2. Why does Holden want to call someone so badly when he gets off the train?

3. What is the significance of the red hunting hat?

4. Why does the author choose to include the scene with Ernest Morrow's mom?