Questions and Answers
What does Gatsby offer Nick in return for Nick's cooperation in inviting Daisy to his house?
What is the meeting between Gatsby and Daisy like initially?
Quiet and awkward
How are Daisy and Gatsby different when Nick returns to the house after a half an hour?
Daisy's face is tear-stained and Gatsby is glowing.
What are Gatsby's feelings by the end of the chapter?
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What does Gatsby reply when Nick asks him how he makes his money?
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Why do you think Daisy sobs when Gatsby shows her his shirts?
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What is the weather like in this chapter?
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In this chapter, Gatsby's dream seems to be fulfilled. What indications are there that reality cannot satisfy his dream?
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Why does Gatsby deliver so many goods and services to Nick's house?
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Describe the effect of rain on the plot.
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Why does Gatsby offer Nick work, and how does Nick feel about this?
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Explain the significance of the green light.
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Why does Gatsby get so many phone calls, and what does this say about him?
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Study Notes
Gatsby and Nick's Agreement
- Gatsby offers Nick a chance to join him in a separate business venture in exchange for facilitating Daisy's visit.
Initial Meeting of Gatsby and Daisy
- Their first reunion is characterized by silence and awkwardness, leaving both unsure of what to say.
Emotional Transformation
- After thirty minutes, Nick notices Daisy's tear-stained face and Gatsby's glowing demeanor, indicating a deep emotional connection rekindled between them.
Gatsby's Emotions
- By the chapter's conclusion, Gatsby experiences happiness and hope, relishing the presence of Daisy after so many years apart.
Gatsby's Financial Secrecy
- When asked about his wealth, Gatsby refers to his "private affairs," which makes Nick suspicious, suggesting Gatsby's dealings may be illegal or unethical.
Daisy's Reaction to Gatsby's Shirts
- Daisy's tears when presented with Gatsby's shirts symbolize her realization of his significant success and the gulf between their lives.
Weather Reflection
- The heavy rain at the start contrasts with the later sunshine, symbolizing the emotional journey of Gatsby and Daisy’s relationship from tension to joy.
Dream versus Reality
- Though Gatsby's dream of being with Daisy appears to be realized, Nick observes that the reality cannot live up to Gatsby's idealized version of her, foreshadowing inevitable disillusionment.
Impressive Delivery
- Gatsby arranges for extravagant goods to be delivered to Nick's house, aiming to impress Daisy after their long separation.
Impact of Rain on Plot
- Rain eases initial tension, marking the reunion of Daisy and Gatsby, with the sun's emergence signaling their rekindled happiness.
Gatsby's Work Offer to Nick
- Gatsby offers Nick a job out of concern for his financial situation. Nick feels slightly insulted and declines.
Significance of the Green Light
- The green light symbolizes Gatsby's unattainable dreams and aspirations regarding Daisy, always visible yet forever distant.
Gatsby's Phone Activity
- Frequent phone calls hint at Gatsby's involvement in illegal business activities, reinforcing the sense of mystery surrounding his character and wealth.
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