Chapter 1
Why doesn't Nick judge Gatsby harshly?
Nick is attracted to Gatsby's personality.
Who lives at the garage that Tom and Nick visit?
Tom's lover
What reason does Nick give for Gatsby's popularity?
He regularly throws lavish parties.
What city does Gatsby tell Nick he is from?
San Francisco
Why is Gatsby nervous when he meets Nick outside his house?
He is eager for Nick to arrange a meeting with Daisy.
Where does Nick live in the summer of 1922?
Long Island's West Egg
What sits in the valley between the East and West Egg?
An ash heap
Who is Owl Eyes?
A man Nick runs across in Gatsby's library
What does Gatsby show the police officer when his car is pulled over?
A white card
What happens before Gatsby meets Daisy that makes him so anxious?
It rains.
How does Nick differ from other people living in his neighborhood?
Nick is well-connected and attended prestigious school.
How does Nick feel about the other partygoers?
He finds them repulsive yet fascinating.
How do Gatsby and Nick know one another?
They served in the war together.
What leads Nick to believe Gatsby might have acquired his money illegally?
He meets the shady figure Wolfshiem.
How does Nick feel about Gatsby's offer to compensate him for his help by hiring him?
Nick is offended that Gatsby is offering to pay him for his help.
Whom does Jordan suggest Tom is talking to on the phone?
His lover
Which of the following statements best describe Myrtle?
She is sensuous and desperate.
What did Gatsby do before moving to Long Island?
It is unclear.
According to Nick, what was Gatsby looking at the night Nick first saw him?
Daisy's dock
What does Gatsby show Daisy that makes her cry?
His collection of nice shirts
What is Gatsby doing the first time Nick sees him?
Looking out over the water
Why does the party break up?
Tom hits Myrtle in the face.
How does Nick characterize Jordan?
She's dishonest.
What does Jordan say Gatsby wants Nick to do?
Invite Gatsby to his house while Daisy is there
Why does Nick decide to leave Gatsby's mansion?
He feels Gatsby and Daisy have forgotten him anyway.