The Great Gatsby Chapters 7-9 Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is a 'libertine,' and who behaves like one in this book?

A moral person, like Tom

A person unrestrained by conventions or morality, like Tom and Daisy (correct)

A politician, like Wilson

A philosopher, like Gatsby

How is the behavior of the characters linked to the hottest day of the summer?

Tom appears short-tempered and Daisy is on edge, causing small frustrations to escalate into anger.

What does Tom discover in Chapter VII that unnerves him?

Tom realizes that Daisy actually loves Gatsby.

What does Gatsby understand about Daisy's voice that Nick does not?

Gatsby identifies her voice as 'full of money.' Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'prig,' and who is one?

A prig is an obnoxiously proper person, and Tom exhibits this behavior. Signup and view all the answers

When the group travels to the city in Chapter VII, how do they get there?

Gatsby and Daisy are in the coupe owned by the Buchanans, while Tom, Jordan, and Nick are in Gatsby's car. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Tom finally let Wilson have the car he has been promising him since Chapter II?

Tom agrees out of guilt or understanding of a cheating husband. Signup and view all the answers

What happens in Chapter VII that makes us believe that Myrtle is quite taken with Tom for real?

Myrtle's eyes widen in horror when she sees Jordan Baker, implying her genuine love for Tom. Signup and view all the answers

As earlier in the book, whose eyes besides Myrtle's keep 'their vigil'?

The eyes of Doctor T.J. Eckleburg. Signup and view all the answers

In what sense is Gatsby an 'Oxford man,' and what does this tell us about him?

Gatsby attended a program at Oxford for former officers, lending credibility to his self-identity. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Nick feel like laughing at Tom?

Nick finds it hypocritical for Tom to rant about morality while having an affair. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Daisy call Tom 'revolting'?

Daisy is disgusted by Tom's infidelity and how he trivializes it. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Daisy have a very hard time telling Tom that she never loved him?

Daisy once loved Tom, and admitting otherwise would feel final. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Gatsby need Daisy to admit she never loved Tom?

It's essential for Gatsby to control the narrative of his life and relationships. Signup and view all the answers

How has Gatsby gotten some of his money, according to Tom?

Tom claims Gatsby's drugstores sell illegal alcohol. Signup and view all the answers

When Tom is talking about Gatsby's income, what startles Gatsby?

Tom refers to Gatsby as a bootlegger and implies involvement in illicit activities. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Daisy when she hears about Gatsby's status as a bootlegger?

Daisy withdraws into herself. Signup and view all the answers

What is being foreshadowed by Fitzgerald's choice of words in Chapter VII?

Nick foreshadows death, indicating Gatsby's dreams are 'dead' and Daisy's courage is 'gone.' Signup and view all the answers

Why does Tom make a point to Wilson that he drove his own coupe, and the 'yellow car' is not his?

Tom wants to distance himself from the accident that killed Myrtle. Signup and view all the answers

What tells us that Tom really was fond of Myrtle in Chapter VII?

Tom is crying as he drives away from Wilson's garage. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Nick not wait for the taxi inside Daisy's house?

Nick feels disgusted with everyone and wants to leave. Signup and view all the answers

What do we find out at the end of Chapter VII that Tom does not know?

Daisy was driving the yellow car, not Gatsby. Signup and view all the answers

What does Nick watch from outside Daisy and Tom's house?

Nick observes Tom and Daisy in the kitchen, appearing in love. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the fact that Tom and Daisy are holding hands seem bad for Gatsby?

It implies that Gatsby is about to lose Daisy forever. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'strata,' and why are they important to the story in Chapter VIII?

Strata represent levels of society and highlight Nick's disillusionment with the upper class. Signup and view all the answers

What does Nick mean when he talks about Gatsby not being able to 'leave Daisy until he knew what she was going to do'?

Nick suggests Gatsby is tied to Daisy's fate, feeling the affair is over. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Gatsby reveal everything to Nick at this point in the book?

Gatsby feels everything he's created is falling apart due to Tom's hostility. Signup and view all the answers

How is Gatsby's uniform in the army like an 'invisible cloak'?

The uniform allows men to appear equal regardless of social status. Signup and view all the answers

Why was the young Gatsby drawn to Daisy?

Gatsby was attracted to Daisy's beauty, fortune, and the attention she received from others. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Gatsby tell Nick he's 'worth the whole damn bunch put together'?

Gatsby believes Nick embodies honesty and integrity compared to Tom and Daisy. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Nick no longer interested in Jordan Baker?

Nick sees Jordan as careless and just like Tom and Daisy, making her unappealing. Signup and view all the answers

Who does something 'unscrupulously' in Chapter VIII, and what do they do?

Tom tells Wilson that Gatsby was driving the car that killed Myrtle, behaving dishonestly. Signup and view all the answers

Do the eyes of Doctor T.J. Eckleburg appear in Chapter VIII?

True Signup and view all the answers

When Wilson disappears for three hours, where do you think he's gone?

Wilson has gone in search of Gatsby. Signup and view all the answers

What does Nick mean when he says Gatsby 'felt he had lost the old, warm world'?

Nick believes Gatsby regrets sacrificing everything for his dream of Daisy. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Wilson kill Gatsby?

Wilson thinks Gatsby was involved with Myrtle and killed her. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Nick feel responsible for getting people to Gatsby's funeral?

Nick perceives himself as Gatsby's only friend, thus obligated to honor him. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Wolfsheim abandon Gatsby after his death?

Wolfsheim fears involvement with Gatsby may hurt his business. Signup and view all the answers

What does the schedule of young Jimmy Gatz say about him?

Jimmy Gatz set a strict schedule of self-improvement and has long-held goals of success. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'resolves,' and who has them?

Resolves are resolutions for self-improvement that young Jimmy Gatz set for himself. Signup and view all the answers

Is Nick surprised that Daisy has not sent a message or flowers?

False Signup and view all the answers

After criticizing the Midwest, why does Nick seem to appreciate it now?

Nick finds stability and continuity in the Midwest, contrasting with the East. Signup and view all the answers

What do Nick's fantastic dreams in Chapter IX signify?

His dream about solemn men carrying a drunken woman signifies his view of the East as cold and heartless. Signup and view all the answers

How does Nick feel about Daisy and Tom at the end of the book?

Nick sees them as careless, but finds it pointless to hate them. Signup and view all the answers

In the last three paragraphs, how does Nick make the symbol of the green light concrete?

The green light represents the elusive nature of dreams, always out of reach. Signup and view all the answers

What does the last sentence of the story mean?

We row against the current, always returning to our past dreams. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Characters and Concepts

Libertine: A person unrestrained by conventions; characters like Tom, Daisy, and Myrtle exhibit this behavior.
Prig: An excessively proper person; Tom displays priggish behavior despite his own infidelities.
Oxford Man: Gatsby's claim of being an "Oxford man" is partly true; he attended a short program for officers after WWI.

Thematic Elements

Heat Symbolism: The sweltering summer day compounds tension and short tempers, reflecting character frustrations.
Moral Hypocrisy: Tom shouts about immorality while being unfaithful himself, highlighting his hypocrisy.

Character Relationships

Daisy's Conflict: Struggles to deny past feelings for Tom; admits difficulty in stating she never loved him.
Tom and Gatsby: Tom becomes aware that Daisy has romantic feelings for Gatsby, leading to escalating tensions.

Plot Developments

Car Journeys: Characters travel to the city with Daisy and Tom in Gatsby's coupe, symbolizing blending of lives.
Myrtle's Fate: Myrtle's feelings for Tom are complicated; the horror she experiences upon seeing Jordan suggests genuine love.

Foreshadowing and Symbolism

Doctor T.J. Eckleburg's Eyes: These eyes symbolize the moral decay in society and are watched by characters throughout the narrative.
Gatsby's Dream: Nick foreshadows tragedy by describing Gatsby's dream as "dead" and suggesting a loss of hope.

Climax and Resolution

Gatsby's Downfall: Gatsby's financial dealings are questioned by Tom, leading to a critical revelation that impacts Daisy.
Wilson's Revenge: Wilson’s emotional turmoil leads to Gatsby's murder, fueled by misunderstandings sown by Tom.

Nick's Reflections

Disillusionment with Society: Nick becomes increasingly critical of the upper class, feeling detached from their moral decay.
Connection to the Midwest: By the end, Nick appreciates the Midwest for its stability, contrasting it with the chaos of the East.

Final Thoughts

Ambivalence toward Daisy and Tom: Nick recognizes their carelessness but struggles to feel hatred toward them, finding their ignorance unsettling.
Symbolism of the Green Light: Represents unattainable dreams, illustrating the persistent human struggle against time and lost aspirations.
Last Sentence Meaning: Suggests the futility of progress, as people strive against the current of their past dreams.

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Test your understanding of the themes and character behaviors in Chapters 7-9 of 'The Great Gatsby.' This quiz explores key vocabulary and how the intense summer heat influences the story. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their knowledge of these pivotal chapters.