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Appeal of The Catcher in the Rye

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Why does J.D. Salinger's cathartic novel 'The Catcher in the Rye' appeal to high school students?
A

Readers can relate to the main character, a fellow high school student who expresses his frustration with school policies.

B

It uses sarcasm as an undercurrent in the dialogue, which high school students find appealing.

C

It centers on a romantic storyline that resembles a modern-day Romeo and Juliet for high school students.

D

It features a tragic narrative involving teenagers who rebel against cultural norms.

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