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Questions and Answers
What keeps Nick from sleeping?
What keeps Nick from sleeping?
- Thinking about Myrtle's death (correct)
- Worrying about Gatsby outside Daisy's house (correct)
- Worrying about his job
- His concern for Daisy
Why does Nick think Gatsby should go away?
Why does Nick think Gatsby should go away?
- Because Tom is very angry with him (correct)
- Daisy has announced she will never leave Tom
- Wilson is likely to come find him (correct)
- The police will trace Gatsby's car back to him (correct)
Who is Michaelis?
Who is Michaelis?
- Jordan's neighbor
- A police officer
- A witness to Myrtle's death
- George's neighbor (correct)
What was the result of Gatsby's vigil outside Daisy's house?
What was the result of Gatsby's vigil outside Daisy's house?
What does Michaelis suggest George needs?
What does Michaelis suggest George needs?
Who finds Gatsby dead in the pool?
Who finds Gatsby dead in the pool?
Who discovers Wilson's body?
Who discovers Wilson's body?
What is most likely happening to Nick and Jordan's relationship?
What is most likely happening to Nick and Jordan's relationship?
What does Gatsby allow Daisy to believe about him when they meet in Louisville?
What does Gatsby allow Daisy to believe about him when they meet in Louisville?
What reasons does Gatsby give for Daisy's original decision to marry Tom?
What reasons does Gatsby give for Daisy's original decision to marry Tom?
Why does Gatsby want the gardener to wait to drain the pool?
Why does Gatsby want the gardener to wait to drain the pool?
What does Nick tell Gatsby before leaving him?
What does Nick tell Gatsby before leaving him?
Why does Wilson conclude that Myrtle was killed by her lover?
Why does Wilson conclude that Myrtle was killed by her lover?
Who kills Gatsby?
Who kills Gatsby?
Study Notes
Nick's Distress
- Nick struggles to sleep due to multiple concerns, primarily about Gatsby and Daisy's precarious situation.
- His restlessness stems from worrying about Gatsby lingering outside Daisy's house and thinking about Myrtle's tragic death.
Gatsby's Decision to Leave
- Nick believes Gatsby should leave due to several threats against him, including Tom's rage and potential police scrutiny linked to Gatsby's car.
- The looming presence of George Wilson, whose grief might lead to confrontation, heightens the urgency for Gatsby to escape.
Characters and Relationships
- Michaelis is George Wilson's neighbor and serves as a confidant during Wilson's turmoil.
- Gatsby's persistent vigil outside Daisy's house leads to no contact; Daisy never emerges to meet him.
Michaelis' Advice to George
- Michaelis suggests that George Wilson needs spiritual solace or faith to cope with his loss after Myrtle’s death.
Discovering Deaths
- Gatsby is found dead in his pool by the gardener, marking a tragic end to his hopeful pursuit of love.
- George Wilson discovers his wife's body, which propels him into a spiral of grief and vengeance.
Nick and Jordan's Relationship
- The status of Nick and Jordan's relationship is uncertain, likely fractured due to recent events, indicating potential separation rather than closeness.
Gatsby's Illusions
- During their initial meeting, Gatsby allows Daisy to believe he is affluent and comes from a privileged background, masking his humble origins.
- Gatsby provides multiple justifications for Daisy marrying Tom, including societal expectations and the false assumption of Gatsby's death.
Gatsby's Final Choices
- Gatsby requests his gardener to delay draining the pool, wishing to enjoy it once before potentially ending his life.
- Before parting ways, Nick offers Gatsby a piece of candid advice about the reality of Daisy's feelings, highlighting Gatsby's misguided hope.
Misunderstandings and Motivations
- Wilson's conclusion about Myrtle's death stems from Tom's insinuations and his own despair, leading to tragic consequences.
- George Wilson ultimately carries out the act of killing Gatsby, driven by revenge and grief.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 8 of 'The Great Gatsby' with this quiz. Answer questions about Nick's thoughts and Gatsby's situation as the story unfolds. Perfect for reviewing key themes and character motivations in this classic novel.
