Catcher in the Rye Chapters 16-17 Quiz and Close Reading Worksheet Bundle
Evaluate general reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills with this bundle of assessments covering chapters 16 and 17 of Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger. Answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities without sacrificing academic rigor. (Alternatively, a Google Drive bundle option is available.) With these materials, students will do the following:
Articulate what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Write with clarity, logic, and precision
Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims
Explore character motivations
Apply knowledge of literary devices with emphasis on hyperbole and irony
Define complex words and phrases in context
Analyze the portrayal of complex characters
This resource may facilitate small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly.
Materials are available for teaching a range of adolescent fiction:
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Evaluate general reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills with this bundle of assessments covering chapters 16 and 17 of Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger. Answer keys are provided.
