Rubric Clear Thesis Comprehensive Support Citations Textual Evidence Correct Organization Organization Intro: State thesis and

is and support-topics. Support Paragraph 1: First support topic and examples/references. Support Paragraph 2: First support topic and examples/references. Prompt: During class discussion, Mr. Seals came to the conclusion that the protagonist in J.D. Salingers The Catcher in the Rye despises or idolizes others as a psychological defense mechanism so that the he does not have to take on the challenge of growing up. Based on your understanding of the characterization in The Catcher in the Rye, explain whether or not you agree with Mr. Seals point of view. Be sure to support your thesis with specific references to the narrative including citations. When needed also include textual evidence to clarify your explanations.