Mikayla Measey The transition from childhood and adulthood occurred as teenagers in their in-between stage emerged their own identities and took advantage of the fact that they were apart of a generation of new beginnings.

Characteristics – 1950s Teenager Generation of new beginnings Dominated fashion and style Greaser and prep looks were utilized Rock ‘n’ Roll was praised Elvis Presley became “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll” and idolized New outlook on life for freedom and independence College was the new future Beat Movement showed self-expression

Holden – Childhood Immature Overreacts in situations Extremely judgmental Calls everyone, adults especially, phonies

Holden – Adulthood Smokes cigarettes on a daily basis Buys alcoholic beverages and drinks on most occasions Interested in sex Curses all the time Travels alone

Childhood – Adulthood Frozen lake represents the thin line between childhood and adulthood Holden relates to the ducks Doesn’t understand where the ducks go; doesn’t understand where he’s meant to go in life Realizes some things are only temporary and things can change quickly Lake makes him reminisce on his own childhood

Holden’s POV – Loss of Innocence Innocence is lost too quickly and should be cherished Wants Phoebe to stay young and innocent Children attempt to be mature by writing offensive language on school walls and public areas Angers him; makes him realize what Phoebe may be exposed to Cursing, smoking, drinking, and having sex makes him an adult Needs to find independence and stop relying on others to bail him out Lost his innocence through his experiences- Allie’s death and getting kicked out of 4 different schools

1950s Teenager POV – Loss of Innocence Doing your own thing Wearing what you want and listening to the music you like Rebellious actions began to appeal to them more and more as their excitement was banned, including dances and Rock ‘n’ Roll Lost their youth through new experiences – self-expression, new interest in dating, and sexual experimentation

My POV – Childhood to Adulthood Being independent to the point where you can support yourself Thinking through any decisions being made and knowing the pros and cons of each Having a future