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Who is Jay Gatsby?
Who is Jordan Baker?
A competitive golfer
What is Tom Buchanan known for?
Being an arrogant, hypocritical bully
Who is Catherine?
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Who is Myrtle Wilson?
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How is Lucille McKee described?
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What is Chester McKee's profession?
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Who is Nick Carraway?
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Study Notes
Characters in "The Great Gatsby"
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Jay Gatsby: Protagonist known for his immense wealth and lavish parties in West Egg. His mysterious background and fortune remain unknown to attendees.
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Jordan Baker: A competitive golfer embodying the "new women" of the 1920s; characterized by cynicism, a boyish demeanor, and self-centered behavior.
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Tom Buchanan: An arrogant bully from a socially prominent family; exhibits frank racism and sexism, enforcing a hypocritical moral standard on others.
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Catherine: Sister to Myrtle Wilson, playing a supporting role in the narrative.
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Myrtle Wilson: Tom Buchanan's mistress, marked by a fierce vitality; seeks to escape her circumstances and improve her life.
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Lucille McKee: Described as "'shrill, languid, handsome, and horrible'," embodying the complexities of social interactions in the novel.
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Chester McKee: A photographer, representing the artistic and social interactions of the Jazz Age.
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Daisy Buchanan: Nick Carraway's cousin; portrayed as a beautiful socialite residing in the affluent East Egg area, symbolizing wealth and privilege.
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Nick Carraway: The novel's narrator; a Yale graduate and World War I veteran who moves to New York City to pursue a career in finance, providing insight into the story.
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George Wilson: Owner of a dilapidated auto shop located at the valley of ashes, depicted as lifeless and exhausted, representing despair and the struggles of the working class.
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Test your knowledge of characters from F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby'. This quiz features key figures such as Jay Gatsby and Jordan Baker, exploring their roles and significance in the story. Perfect for literature enthusiasts and students of American literature.
