Holden is introduced as a rebel that refuses to complete his homework assignments and has even got expelled for his poor grades.
Holden describes most people as phonies and fakes because he feels they are putting on an act to impress others.
Holden is a person that values honesty and sincerity.
Holden likes to act spontaneously. For example, he decides to go to NYC to spend a few nights in a cheap motel.
Holden is very interested in sex even though he is a virgin. He feels strongly that sex should happen between people who care deeply about and respect one another, and he is upset by…
