Chapter 18-19- Holden describes the Wicker Bar as sophisticated but he is critical of the people who patronize it. Discuss why you think Holden chose the Wicker Bar as a place to meet Luce.

I think Holden chose the Wicker Bar as a place to meet Luce because Luce was a few years older then Holden and Holden must have wanted to impress Luce. Luce was a smart person and since the Wicker Bar was a sophisticated place he wanted Luce to meet him there so he wouldn't seem like he was still a young boy. Holden really doesn't even like the Wicker Bar because of all the grown people but because of Luce he decided to go there.

Chapter 16-17 -Explain why Holden laughs at Sally while she is angry.

I think Holden laughs at Sally when she is angry because the reaction she gave was not what he expected. Also he probably laughed because he didn't mean to say it and when he tried to apologize she just kept telling him to leave her alone.

Chapter 14-15-Why do you think Holden enjoys talking to the nun?

In my opinion i think Holden enjoys talking to the nuns because he thought one of them was attractive and because they were very nice to him. Holden doesn't have any friends and since the nuns were so nice to him he probably figured it was a good idea to spark up a conversation also because he found a common topic to talk about with one of the nuns.

Chapter 11-12.-Describe Holden's relationship with Jane are they lovers, just friends, or are the more then friends. Explain.

In my opinion based off what i read i believe that Jane and Holden have a more then friends relationship. I believe they have a more then friends relationship because they were always together doing things and playing checkers. Also when Jane's mother's boyfriend came and asked Jane a question and she started to tear up Holden tried to comfort her by giving her kisses all over EXCEPT her mouth because she wouldn't allow him. If they were lovers she most likely would have let him kiss her lips but she didn't, and if they were just friends then i doubt she would have let him kiss her. Also they would always hold hands where ever they went and she wouldn't mind it if his hands were sweating or not.

Chapter 9-Why do you think Holden is so concerned with the wealth fare of the ducks in central park during the winter?

I think Holden is so concerned with the Wealth fare of the ducks in central park during the winter because the little lake they are usually in freezes up  and he probably wonders where they go or whether someone cares enough to come take them away.

Chapter 6 and 7.In your judgement, how does Holden feel about leaving Pencey? Explain your answer with specific details.

In my judgement i don't really think Holden wanted to leave Pencey but since he started to feel very lonely and sad there he decided that maybe leaving Pencey was the best thing to do. Holden said he wanted a vacation anyway and after Stradlater got into their fight Holden didn't really want to be there and he left Pencey four days before he was suppose to. Before Holden left Pencey that Saturday night he was sort of crying but covered it up by yelling out "Sleep tight, ya morons!".

Chapter 3 and 4.Describe your understanding of Holden's relationship with Allie and Jane Gallagher.

From my understanding, Holden had a really good relationship with his brother Allie. Allie died when Holden was just 13 and it seriously effected Holden. Holden really loved his older brother and his brothers death really caused him to isolate himself from everyone else. Holden's relationship with Jane Gallagher is not that strong but he seems to have a crush on her. Holden knew Jane for some time and after hearing her name from Stradlater he couldn't stop thinking about her and talking about her.

Describe the relationship between Holden and Mr.Spencer. Is it personal, caring or simply a professional relationship between a teacher and student? Explain.

The relationship between Holden and Mr. Spencer is actually kind of caring and personal. Although Mr.Spencer was one of Holden's Professors at school he still cared about what Holden was doing with his life. Mr.Spencer lectured Holden about what he basically  was going to do in life if he just kept getting kicked out of schools. Also Chapter 2 shows their relationship as more caring and personal because Mr.Spencer actually sent Holden a letter knowing that he wanted him to stop by and say goodbye before he left. Mr.Spencer also seemed very comfortable around Holden. Normally a student and Teacher relationship is more strict and they don't really visit each others homes, but it was different for Mr.Spencer and Holden.

Why did the boys kill Simon?

The boys killed Simon because their minds were so stuck into the song they were singing "Kill the beast! Cut his throat! Spill his blood!" that they weren't really focusing on anything else when Simon stumbled into the middle of their horseshoe they immediately figured that it was the beast and with them singing the song they followed exactly that.

Describe the event in chapter 8 that truly shows the boys descent into total savagery.

The event in Chapter 8 that shows the boys have become total savages is when Jack and his hunters go hunting for another pig to eat. Jack now has become so familiar with hunting he now know how to creep up on the sow without it hearing him. Also when the boys finally got hold of the pig they all hurled themselves at her and Jack continued to stab her and ended his killing by slicing the neck. The boys no longer are afraid of killing they have become accustomed to it.

How is Simon different from the others?

Simon is different from the others because when it came down to the boys deciding who was going to go back and tell Piggy that they were staying on the Mountain until morning time Simon volunteered himself to go while the rest of the boys were scared to go by themselves. Simon seems like the only one that still has a little bit of hope left in him and he is willing to take risk in doing anything to help Ralph.

How has Jack changed?

Jack has changed a little in Chapter 6 because he use to be just all about hunting and always going against Ralph. He still is about his hunting but he shows a little change in attitude with Ralph. When Ralph was climbing the cliff by himself Jack appeared right behind him and said "Couldn't let you do it on your own". That shows that Jack was willing to go with Ralph and had his back with finding this "beast". Also when Ralph made a demand for all of them to go back to the mountain to light the fire Jack didn't argue with Ralph he simply went along with him. Jack is showing that he is actually on the same "team" with Ralph right now but you can see that the old Jack is somewhat in him still.

How and why did Jack disrupt the meeting? What is the core of the power struggle between Ralph and Jack? What techniques of anarchy and disruption does Jack apply? What is the result and what does it tell about the characters of Ralph and Jack?

Jack disrupted the meeting because he was tired of Ralph talking so much especially upon the fire that Jack let go out. Jack wanted his chance to be heard and not only Ralph. Jack also disrupts the meeting when he gets up and is getting everyone all roared up about being frightened with the "beasts" . The core of the power struggle between Ralph and Jack is that they both want to be in charge and want everyone to follow them. Ralph wants everyone to think about how they are going to be rescued if they don't have luck and he wants everyone to just have order and follow what he says because he is chief. Jack on the other hand wants everyone to think about hunting and killing and he wants them to believe that being frightened is ignorant because he has been through the forest and has not seen one beast. The techniques of anarchy and disruption that Jack applies is during every meeting he talks about hunting and killing and he is always the only one that is so rude to Piggy. Jack is not always around anymore because he is always going hunting trying to kill pigs. The result of this is that everyone is now splitting up and deciding which side they are on, Jack or Ralph's. What this tells about Jack and Ralph is that Jack is no longer such a great leader he tries to use force for the wrong reasons and all he can think about is hunting and nothing more. What it tells about Ralph is that he is the more concerned one about everyone getting off the island. Being on the island has caused Ralph to become a better leader in the head but he is never able to make meetings go his way. Jack uses force and is mean so everyone always listens to him because their afraid.

Why are the boys willing to kill a pig? How have their attitudes and behavior changed over time?

The boys are willing to kill a pig because they needed meat to eat instead of all the fruits and nuts they kept having to eat. Also they were probably so willing to kill the pig because they were no longer feeling like they were going to be rescued so if their going to be stranded on the island til` they die then they might as well eat well. Plus they probably just wanted Ralph to see that they actually went hunting and brought back something so he wouldn't have to worry about how they were going to eat with still being on the island.The attitudes and behavior of the boys has changed now because they all use to have hope that they might get rescued but now they seem to have given up hope, except for Ralph. Also at first Ralph was really excited and calm about being on an island without parental guidance, now he seems to really want to get rescued and go home. When Ralph found out about the fire going out and the ship not seeing it he seemed really stressed about it and he is also now stepping up and becoming more of a leader it seems. Jack has become more into wanting to hunt and seems to get really excited about it. The littleluns no longer seem as calm as they were before they want to go home as well. Piggy as well has changed he is more outspoken now and says how he feels.

How do the boys react to Ralph's suggestion to build huts for shelter?

The boys did not really take Ralph's suggestion in building the huts into consideration. Jack was definitely not supportive of this decision and made it clear all he wanted to do was hunt and kill. The other boys were playing, hunting, or only helping for a little while then running off. The only one that showed interest in building the shelters was Simon.

In what ways are Ralph and Jack similar in personality, and in what ways are they different?

Ralph and Jacks personalities are similar because they both are leaders but in different ways. Ralph is more of a relaxed, childish kind of leader and may have his moments of being a strong leader but he isn't like that all the time. Jack is more of a stern and serious leader, and is more head strong. For example Ralph was more focused on the names of everyone, blowing on the conch, and joking around while he, Simon, and Jack were on their expedition. Meanwhile Jack on the other hand was more focused on exploring, and getting everyone rescued from the island they were on.