The Great Gatsby Chapter Questions
Chapters 1 and 2:
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What examples are given in both chapters that show Nick is a good listener?
How does the narrator describe Tom Buchanan?
Who is Jordan Baker?
What did Daisy say when her daughter was born?
Why does Nick feel uneasy after his conversation with Daisy?
What impression do you get from the first time Nick sees Gatsby?
What are the “eyes” of Dr. T. J. Eckleburg?
How does Catherine rationalize her sister’s affair with Tom?
What does Tom do when Myrtle screams Daisy’s name at him?
Describe the setting of the novel.
Chapters 3 and 4:
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How does Nick happen to attend one of Gatsby’s parties?
What are some of the rumors that circulate about Gatsby?
In ten words or less, describe the party.
What does Nick vaguely remember about Jordan Baker?
What does Gatsby show Nick to prove his story about his background is true?
Who is Meyer Wolfsheim?
What information does Jordan divulge about Daisy and Gatsby?
Why did Gatsby buy his house?
What request does Gatsby make of Nick, through Jordan?
What information further develops the character of Tom Buchanan?