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What is the tone of the novel "The Catcher in the Rye"?

  1. Uplifting

  2. Humorous

  3. despairing

  4. lighthearted

The correct answer is: despairing

"The Catcher in the Rye" follows the story of Holden Caulfield, a disillusioned and troubled teenager who faces various hardships and personal struggles throughout the novel. The overall tone of the novel is mainly despairing as it explores themes of isolation, alienation, and loss of innocence. While there are moments of dark humor throughout the book, the overall tone is not humorous or uplifting. Similarly, despite some lighter moments, the novel is not lighthearted in tone.