Questions and Answers
What causes Nick to go to one of Gatsby's parties for the first time?
What acquaintance does Nick spend most of the evening with?
Jordan Baker
What story does a girl named Lucille tell about the last time she was there?
Tore her dress on a chair, Gatsby sent her a new one the next week.
What are two of the rumors circulating about Gatsby?
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What is so amazing to the man in the owl-eyed spectacles?
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Where does Gatsby invite Nick to go the next morning?
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Whom does Gatsby speak to in private?
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What does Nick see as he leaves the party?
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What two faults of Jordan's does Nick discover?
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Why does Nick hesitate to get involved with Jordan at first?
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Describe Gatsby's car.
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Where does Gatsby say he went to college?
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What memory does Mr. Wolfsheim have of the Old Metropole?
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What are Wolfsheim's cuff links made of?
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What does Gatsby say Wolfsheim is famous for?
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Whom do Gatsby and Nick see in the restaurant?
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What story does Jordan tell about the night before Daisy married Tom?
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What does Jordan ask Nick to do as a favor to Gatsby?
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Study Notes
Gatsby's Parties and Nick's Experience
- Nick receives an official invitation to Gatsby's party, prompting his attendance.
- He spends the majority of the evening with Jordan Baker, a professional golfer and friend of Daisy.
- A guest named Lucille recounts a previous party incident where she tore her dress, and Gatsby graciously sent her a new one.
Gossip and Perceptions of Gatsby
- Two prevalent rumors about Gatsby include accusations of him having killed a man and being a former German spy.
- An observant man wearing owl-eyed spectacles is astonished to discover that the books in Gatsby's library are real.
Gatsby's Charisma and Lifestyle
- The following morning, Gatsby invites Nick for a hydroplane ride, showcasing his affluent lifestyle.
- Gatsby and Jordan Baker engage in a private conversation, hinting at their connection.
- As Nick departs the party, he witnesses a car accident, a reflection of the reckless lifestyle of the party-goers.
Jordan Baker's Character
- Nick uncovers Jordan's two main flaws: her tendency to lie and cheat, leading to his hesitation in pursuing a romantic relationship with her due to his existing obligation to his girlfriend back home.
Gatsby's Background and Associations
- Gatsby drives a large, cream-colored Rolls Royce with bright nickel accents and green seats, symbolizing his wealth.
- He claims to have attended Oxford, adding to his mystique.
- Mr. Wolfsheim, a dubious associate of Gatsby, reminisces about the Old Metropole and the night Rosy Rosenthal was shot, indicating a connection to the criminal underworld.
- Wolfsheim's cufflinks, made from human molars, highlight his notorious and macabre lifestyle.
- Gatsby boasts that Wolfsheim is famous for fixing the 1919 World Series, illustrating Gatsby's connections to illegal activities.
Interactions with Tom Buchanan and Daisy
- Gatsby and Nick unexpectedly spot Tom Buchanan at the restaurant, reinforcing the social hierarchy.
- Jordan reveals that the night before Daisy's marriage to Tom, she received a letter from Gatsby, which led her to get drunk and nearly reconsider her marriage choice.
- Jordan requests Nick to invite Daisy for tea, setting the stage for future interactions between Gatsby and Daisy.
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Explore the lavish parties and intricate relationships in 'The Great Gatsby'. This quiz covers Nick's experiences at Gatsby's parties, the gossip surrounding Gatsby's life, and insights into Jordan Baker's character. Test your knowledge on the themes and events that define this classic novel.