Gatsby Review
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Tom Buchanan
Married to Daisy; large, athletic body; wealthy; racist; bully; unfaithful.
Nick Carraway
Narrator of the story; non-judgmental; Gatsby's neighbor; dates Jordan Baker.
Daisy Buchanan
Nick's cousin; beautiful; rich; silly; once dated Gatsby.
Myrtle Wilson
Tom's mistress; unhappy; married to George Wilson; poor.
Jay Gatsby
Rich; possibly shady; throws huge parties; in love with Daisy.
What does Nick tell Gatsby near the end of the book?
“They're a rotten crowd. You're worth the whole damn bunch put together.”
What does Nick say about himself?
“I am one of the few honest people that I have ever known.“
Who said this?
“I didn't want you to think I was just some nobody.”
What did Daisy tell Gatsby at the plaza.
“Oh, you want too much! I love you now- isn't that enough?”
Who said this?
“By God, I may be old-fashioned, but women run around too much these days.”
Who feels threatened by Gatsby?
Tom Buchanan; he believes Gatsby is dangerous.
What is Gatsby's real name?
James Gatz.
What major event do Gatsby and Nick share?
Both participated in The Great War.
What is the distinction of West Egg?
It is the more fashionable (and tacky) of the two eggs.
Why did Gatsby buy a mansion in West Egg?
To be near Daisy.
Which character fabricates a romantic background?
Gatsby.
What evidence does Gatsby show Nick?
A medal from the war; picture of himself at Oxford.
Who kills Gatsby?
George Wilson.
Who takes the blame for the accident?
Gatsby.
Who shows up at Gatsby's funeral?
Nick and Gatsby's dad.
What is Gatsby's source of income?
Bootlegging.
Which college did Nick Carraway attend?
Yale.
Does Gatsby want Daisy to admit her role in Myrtle's death?
No.
Who arranges a meeting between Gatsby and Daisy?
Nick.
Who drives the car that hits Myrtle?
Daisy.
What does Catherine claim about Myrtle at the inquest?
That Myrtle loved Wilson and never participated in extramarital affairs.
Describe the guests at Gatsby's parties.
They often don't know Gatsby and are uninvited; Gatsby spends lavishly on entertainment.
Why does Gatsby love Daisy?
He has preserved an idealized memory of her from their youth.
What kind of woman is Myrtle Wilson?
Poor, simple, desperate to belong to a different class; selfish.
What is the time period of the story?
The 'Roaring Twenties'.
What does Nick learn about Jordan?
She cheats at golf.
What college did Gatsby attend briefly?
Oxford.
When did Daisy meet Gatsby?
Before the war, when they were younger.
When does Nick leave Tom and Myrtle's party?
After Tom breaks Myrtle's nose.
Where is the Wilson's garage located?
The Valley of Ashes.
Why does Tom say he cannot marry Myrtle?
Daisy is Catholic and does not believe in divorce.
How does George Wilson discover Myrtle's infidelity?
He finds a dog collar.
What does Myrtle assume when she sees Jordan with Tom?
That Jordan is Tom's wife.
How does George react when he learns about Myrtle's affair?
He wants to take her away.
What color is Gatsby's car?
Yellow and unique.
Why is Nick upset after Gatsby's funeral?
Gatsby's friends show disregard; they do not attend the funeral.
Who calls during the Buchanan dinner?
Myrtle.
What does Gatsby gaze at from his backyard?
Daisy's dock.
What happens when Nick attends his first Gatsby party?
He meets Gatsby and arranges a meeting with Daisy.
When does Daisy start to cry?
When she tours Gatsby's house.
How does Daisy finally meet Gatsby?
Nick has Daisy over for lunch where Gatsby shows up.
Who surprises Gatsby when he meets her?
Pammy, Tom and Daisy's daughter.
What happens during Tom and Gatsby's confrontation in the hotel?
Tom forces Daisy to admit she loves him and reveals Gatsby's illicit wealth.
In which state does the book take place?
New York.
Why does Myrtle run onto the road?
She thinks Tom is in the yellow car.
Why does George blame Gatsby for Myrtle's death?
He assumes they were having an affair.
How is Gatsby introduced in the novel?
As a mysterious figure surrounded by rumors.
What does Myrtle buy while with Tom and Nick?
A dog.
Who is referred to as 'The Boarder'?
Klipspringer.
Who is Gatsby's business associate?
Meyer Wolfsheim.
Who witnesses Myrtle's accident?
Michaelis.
Who narrates the story?
Nick Carraway.
What does Gatsby want Daisy to tell Tom?
He wants her to say she never loved Tom and leave him.
Where was Gatsby when he was killed?
In the pool.
Who is present at Gatsby’s funeral?
Nick, Gatsby's dad, and Owl Eyes.
What does Mr. Gatz show Nick?
Gatsby's list of ambitions.
What does Daisy express about her daughter?
She was upset to learn she had a daughter; wished for her to be a 'beautiful fool.'
Whose body is found near Gatsby's pool?
George Wilson.
How does the narrator view Gatsby?
He sees Gatsby as worthy despite his flaws.
Who is the only invited guest at Gatsby's parties?
Nick Carraway.
What does the quote mean: 'The vitality of his illusion had gone beyond Daisy- beyond everything.'
Gatsby's idealized memory of Daisy is unrealistic and unattainable.
Which character embodies Gatsby's dream?
Daisy Buchanan.
Who is a rich, discontented athlete?
Jordan Baker.
Why is Gatsby's novel significant?
It shows his dedication to improving himself and his aspirations.
How does Nick know Tom and Daisy Buchanan?
Daisy is Nick's cousin; Tom attended college with Nick.
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