Mr. Spencer seemed disappointed and concerned about Holden's expulsion. He tried to have a serious talk with Holden to understand his situation and offer guidance, but Holden did not take it seriously. Overall, Mr. Spencer likely felt frustrated that Holden was not taking his future seriously.
Holden visits Mr. Spencer to say Good-by.
Mr. Spencer criticized Holden's poor academic performance in front of his parents, which made Holden feel embarrassed and angry. He also told Holden that he was not putting in enough effort in his studies, which was demoralizing for him.
Mr. Spencer used a guilt-tripping technique by bringing up Holden's academic performance and lack of effort in his studies during a conversation, making Holden feel guilty and uncomfortable. This tactic was a way for Mr. Spencer to assert his authority and try to motivate Holden to take his studies more seriously.
Mr. Spencer and Holden exchange ideas about Holden's academic performance and attitude towards school during their meeting. Mr. Spencer tries to counsel Holden about taking more responsibility and applying himself more diligently to his studies. Ultimately, Holden becomes frustrated with Mr. Spencer's well-meaning but condescending remarks.
Mr. Spencer read Holden's essay on the Egyptians to him before discussing his academic performance and potential future.
Mr. Spencer is Holden's former history teacher at Pencey Prep. Holden visits him before leaving Pencey because he wants to say goodbye and explain his decision to leave the school.
Holden talks to his old history teacher, Mr. Spencer, after the big fight. They have a conversation at Mr. Spencer's house.
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He shows him the note that Holden wrote on his Egypt report and says 'phony' things like grand.
Mr. Spencer advises Holden to apply himself more diligently to his studies and to think about his future. Holden becomes defensive and dismissive, feeling misunderstood and disconnected from Mr. Spencer's perspective.
Holden describes Mr. Spencer as old and boring, while he describes Mrs. Spencer as "old and decrepit." He finds them both to be out of touch with his feelings and disinterested in his well-being.