Questions and Answers
What major events did Gatsby stop hosting?
Gatsby ______ his servants to _______ _______ and replaces them with ________ __________ connected to Meyer _________.
fires, prevent gossip, shady individuals, Wolfsheim
On the ______ day of _____, _____ takes the train to ____ ____ to have _____ at the house of _____ and ____. He finds ____ and _____ there as well.
hottest, summer, Nick, East Egg, lunch, Tom, Daisy, Gatsby, Jordan
When the ____ brings in Daisy's ____ ____, ___ is stunned and can hardly believe the ____ is real.
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How does Daisy seem about her child?
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During the ____ afternoon ____ and ____ cannot hide _____ ____ _____ ______ ___. ___ sees this and becomes certain of ____ _____ toward each other.
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Tom wanting _____, he seizes ____ suggestion that they should go to ___ ____ in ______ ____.
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____ rides with ______ and _____ in Gatsby's car.
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____ and ____ ride in Tom's car. They stop for ____ and realize that _____ has discovered Myrtle's infidelity. ____ plans to move her West.
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The group decides to take a suite at the _____ _____
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_____ initiates his planned ____ with Gatsby by mocking his habit of ____ ____ ____. He _____ Gatsby of ____ about having ____ ____.
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What does Gatsby tell Tom about Daisy?
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After Tom realizes he has ____ Gatsby, he sends ___ back to ____ ____ with ____ to prove Gatsby's inability to hurt him.
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What significant life event does Nick realize he experienced that day?
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Study Notes
Gatsby's Change in Behavior
- Gatsby stops hosting extravagant parties as he has successfully won Daisy's affection.
- The parties were originally designed to attract Daisy back into his life.
Servant Changes
- Gatsby fires his servants to avoid gossip related to his personal life.
- He employs shady individuals linked to Meyer Wolfsheim as replacements, indicating his desire for secrecy.
Key Events on a Hot Day
- On one of the hottest days of summer, Nick goes to East Egg for lunch with Tom and Daisy.
- Gatsby and Jordan are present at the lunch, suggesting tension among the group.
Daisy's Child
- Gatsby is shocked when a nurse brings in Daisy's baby girl, highlighting his disbelief regarding her life with Tom.
- Daisy appears indifferent, signaling her emotional detachment from motherhood.
Revealing Affection
- During a tense afternoon, the affection between Daisy and Gatsby becomes apparent to Tom, raising tensions dramatically.
Confrontational Trip
- Tom insists on a trip to New York, seizing the opportunity for a confrontation following Daisy's suggestion.
- This decision initiates a series of escalating conflicts and reveals underlying issues.
Car Ride Dynamics
- Nick rides in Gatsby's car with Jordan and Tom, while Gatsby and Daisy are in Tom's car.
- This division foreshadows the emotional strain and conflict that will unfold.
Realization of Infidelity
- On the way to New York, Gatsby and Daisy learn that Wilson has discovered Myrtle's affair, which affects their plans.
- Wilson's intention to move Myrtle away adds another layer of tension.
Plaza Hotel Suite
- The group opts for a suite at the Plaza Hotel, a setting for escalating confrontations and confessions.
Tom’s Confrontation Strategy
- Tom begins his confrontation with Gatsby by mocking his phrase "old sport".
- He accuses Gatsby of lying about his past, specifically his claim to have attended Oxford.
Daisy's Loyalty
- Gatsby asserts to Tom that Daisy's heart belongs to him, emphasizing the emotional stakes in their confrontation.
Tom's Control
- Realizing he has outmaneuvered Gatsby, Tom sends Daisy back to Long Island with Gatsby, asserting his dominance over the situation.
Nick's Personal Reflection
- Amid the chaos, Nick reflects on turning 30 that day, adding a layer of personal significance to the events unfolding around him.
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Explore the key events and changes in Chapter 7 of 'The Great Gatsby.' This quiz covers significant developments in Gatsby's life and the dynamics with Daisy. Test your knowledge with these flashcards that highlight important details from the chapter.
