Great Gatsby Ch. 8-9 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What army camp was Gatsby in?

Camp Taylor

What did Daisy's letters contain?

She was being restless and impatient

Who encouraged Daisy to marry Tom?

Her parents

Where did Gatsby use the last of his money to go to, in able to soak up the memories he had with Daisy?

Louisville Signup and view all the answers

How many trains did Nick miss before saying bye to Gatsby?

2 trains until it was 10:00 Signup and view all the answers

What did Nick promise to Gatsby before he left?

He promised he'd call him around noon Signup and view all the answers

Who called Nick while he was sleeping?

Jordan Signup and view all the answers

How many times did Nick call Gatsby?

Four times Signup and view all the answers

Who is on that billboard that everybody seems to look at?

Doctor T.J. Eckelberg Signup and view all the answers

What needed repair for Gatsby's yellow car?

The right front fender Signup and view all the answers

What did Wilson do before he went to Gatsby's house?

Bought a sandwich and coffee in Gad's Hill Signup and view all the answers

What was 'completed' by the end of Chapter 8?

The 'Holocaust' Signup and view all the answers

Since how long did Nick write Chapter 9?

Two years after Gatsby's death Signup and view all the answers

What did Catherine say to the press?

Myrtle did not know Gatsby and was perfectly happy with George Wilson Signup and view all the answers

What did Nick imagine Gatsby saying to him?

'Get somebody for me. I can't go through this alone.' Signup and view all the answers

Who came to Gatsby's funeral?

Henry C. Gatz, Owl Eyes, Nick, and his servants Signup and view all the answers

Why did Klipspringer call?

He needed his shoes Signup and view all the answers

What was on the sign of Wolfsheim's office?

The Swastika Holding Company Signup and view all the answers

Why didn't Wolsheim attend Gatsby's funeral?

He doesn't want to get mixed up in it Signup and view all the answers

What did Henry Gatz show Nick?

A copy of 'Hopalong Cassidy' that has a schedule in it Signup and view all the answers

What was written in Gatsby's 'General Resolves'?

No wasting time, No more smoking and chewing, Daily bath, Be better to parents, Read a book or a magazine per week, Save $3 per week Signup and view all the answers

What was Nick annoyed by during Gatsby's funeral?

Daisy didn't even bother to send Gatsby a wire or flowers Signup and view all the answers

Who's painting does Nick compare the village of West Egg to?

El Greco Signup and view all the answers

Who does Nick bump into before leaving for the Midwest?

Tom Signup and view all the answers

What was Gatsby's purpose in life?

As long as he could see the green light Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

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.

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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.