Key Concepts in Catcher in the Rye By J.D. Salinger
Adults vs. Kids ► What is the hardest reality to face when you grow up?
Innocence vs. Sex ► At what point does sex become a part of our lives? Is this the same point that our innocence is lost? ► Can innocence be “lost” or is that just a misconception? ► Can sex be “found” if innocence can be “lost”?
Life vs. Death ► How do we define “living”? ► How do we define “death”? ► How do children and adults view death? ► Do children have it right, or adults?
Phony vs. Real ► Who is more tolerant of “phonies”… adults or kids? ► What is your definition of a phony?
Censorship ► Do you agree or disagree with the idea of censorship? ► What are the dangers involved in allowing or not allowing censorship? ► What would be an acceptable criteria for censorship?