Main Characters of The Great Gatsby

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Main Characters of The Great Gatsby

Nick Carraway: Narrator of the story, lives in West Egg, establishes a friendship with Jay Gatsby, provides insight into the story's events and other characters.
Jay Gatsby: Protagonist known for his wealth and lavish parties, resides in West Egg, harbors love for Daisy Buchanan despite her being married to Tom.
Tom Buchanan: Daisy's aggressive and wealthy husband, known for his short temper and extramarital affair, lives in East Egg.
Daisy Buchanan: Beautiful and shallow, married to Tom but in love with Gatsby, has a daughter named Pammy, also Nick's second cousin, resides in East Egg.
Jordan Baker: A professional golfer and friend of the Buchanans, characterized by her dishonesty and reckless driving, she becomes Nick's romantic interest.
Meyer Wolfsheim: Gatsby's dubious associate, known for his involvement in organized crime and fixing the 1919 World Series, notably wears cufflinks made of human teeth.
Pammy Buchanan: The three-year-old daughter of Tom and Daisy, representing the innocence overshadowed by adult complications.
Myrtle Wilson: George's wife and Tom's mistress, she seeks to improve her social status but meets a tragic end when Daisy accidentally hits her with Gatsby's car.
George Wilson: Myrtle's husband, a mechanic who resides in the desolate Valley of Ashes, driven to despair after Myrtle's death, ultimately takes his own life after killing Gatsby.
Dan Cody: Gatsby's mentor who introduces him to a life of wealth and sophistication, shaping Gatsby's ambitions and desires.
Henry Gatz: Gatsby's father, who visits New York after Gatsby's death, takes pride in his son's achievements despite their humble beginnings.
Owl Eyes: A guest at Gatsby's extravagant parties who expresses surprise at the authenticity of Gatsby's library, becomes Gatsby's sole friend at his funeral.
Klipspringer: A freeloader who resides in Gatsby's mansion and plays piano, reflects the emptiness of those who surround Gatsby.
Ella Kaye: The widow of Dan Cody, who prevents Gatsby from inheriting money from Cody, representing greed and opportunism.
Chester McKee: Photographer and friend of Myrtle, living in the same apartment building, symbolizes the intertwining lives of characters within the social hierarchy.
Lucille McKee: Another friend of Myrtle living in New York, reflects the social network surrounding Myrtle and Tom.
Catherine: Myrtle's sister, who represents the familial ties to the Valley of Ashes and the decay of morals in the upper class.
Michaelis: George's friend and coffee shop owner in the Valley of Ashes, offers comfort to George during his time of grief after Myrtle's death.
Mr. Sloane: A friend of Tom's, exhibits the elite social circle that interacts with Daisy and Tom, contributing to the social dynamics of their world.
Bill Biloxi: Attends Tom and Daisy's wedding, faints due to the heat, highlighting the superficial nature of social events among the wealthy.
Walter Chase: A banker, exemplifying the financial elite's presence in the social fabric of the story.
Miss Baedeker: A socialite who visits Gatsby's home, indicating the curiosity and allure surrounding Gatsby's extravagant lifestyle and wealth.

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Test your knowledge of the main characters from F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, The Great Gatsby. This quiz covers the personalities, relationships, and backgrounds of key figures like Gatsby, Daisy, and Nick. Perfect for literature enthusiasts and students alike!