Questions and Answers
What does Gatsby tell Nick about his past?
He tells about the relationship he and Daisy had, the actual time spent together, and how he had to go off to war. He also let Daisy believe that he was from the same social class as her.
What does Michaelis believe caused Myrtle to run?
Why did Myrtle run?
She thought Tom was driving that car because he had been driving it earlier in the day.
Why does Wilson believe Gatsby killed Myrtle?
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What does Wilson do?
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Study Notes
Gatsby's Past
- Gatsby recounts his past with Daisy, highlighting their relationship and the time they spent together before his deployment to war.
- He allowed Daisy to believe he belonged to her social class, demonstrating his deep love for her and willingness to deceive for her sake.
Myrtle's Running Incident
- Michaelis speculates that Myrtle's frantic attempt to run was triggered by her belief that Tom was driving the car that hit her.
Wilson's Understanding
- Wilson assumes Gatsby was responsible for Myrtle's death due to his assumption that Gatsby owned the big yellow car.
- He connects Tom to the accident, as Tom had been driving that same yellow car earlier that day.
Fatal Confrontation
- In a fit of grief and anger, Wilson tracks down Gatsby, shoots him, and subsequently takes his own life.
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Description
Explore key events from 'The Great Gatsby' as characters navigate love, loss, and deception. This quiz covers Gatsby's reflections on his relationship with Daisy, Myrtle's tragic incident, Wilson's assumptions, and the fatal confrontation. Test your understanding of these pivotal moments in the novel.
