Great Gatsby Ch. 8-9 Flashcards

Great Gatsby: Chapters 8-9 Key Points

• Camp Taylor was the army camp where Gatsby served during World War I.
• Daisy's letters to Gatsby expressed her restlessness and impatience for change in her life.
• Daisy’s parents played a significant role in encouraging her to marry Tom Buchanan.
• Gatsby used the last of his money to travel to Louisville, revisiting memories of Daisy.
• Nick missed two trains before he finally said goodbye to Gatsby at around 10:00 PM.
• Before leaving, Nick promised to call Gatsby around noon the next day.
• Jordan Baker called Nick while he was sleeping, breaking into his solitude.
• Nick attempted to reach Gatsby four times after their last meeting.
• Doctor T.J. Eckleburg's eyes on the billboard symbolize the watchful eye over the characters and their actions.
• Gatsby's yellow car required repair specifically on the right front fender.
• Before heading to Gatsby's house, George Wilson bought a sandwich and coffee in Gad's Hill.
• By the end of Chapter 8, the "Holocaust" refers to the tragic events that unfolded, culminating in Gatsby's demise.
• Nick reflects on his experiences two years after Gatsby's death while writing Chapter 9.
• Catherine commented to the press that Myrtle was content with George Wilson and did not know Gatsby.
• Nick imagined Gatsby's desperation for companionship in a moment of need, thinking he would say, "Get somebody for me. I can't go through this alone."
• Gatsby’s funeral attendees included Henry C. Gatz (Gatsby's father), Owl Eyes, Nick, and some of his servants.
• Klipspringer called Nick seeking his shoes, illustrating his opportunistic nature.
• The sign outside Wolfsheim's office indicated it was the Swastika Holding Company, reflecting the era and attitudes.
• Wolfsheim chose not to attend Gatsby’s funeral, citing a desire to avoid getting mixed up in the scandal surrounding Gatsby's life.
• Henry Gatz showed Nick a copy of "Hopalong Cassidy," which contained Gatsby's schedule, underscoring Gatsby's aspirations from a young age.
• Gatsby's "General Resolves" listed personal improvement goals, including no wasting time, reading regularly, and saving money.
• Nick was frustrated that Daisy did not send any acknowledgment to Gatsby after his death, such as a wire or flowers.
• Nick compares the village of West Egg to the works of El Greco, emphasizing the unique nature of the community.
• Before leaving for the Midwest, Nick encountered Tom Buchanan, underscoring their complex relationship.
• Gatsby's purpose in life was symbolically tied to the green light, representing his hopes and dreams for the future.

Test your knowledge of chapters 8 and 9 of 'The Great Gatsby' with these flashcards. Explore key characters, locations, and plot points that shape the story's conclusion. These flashcards will help reinforce your understanding of Fitzgerald's classic novel.