Old Money
What is "Old Money"?
Generational or Ancestral Wealth
What is "New Money"?
Money that is made through any means necessary, whether it be illegal or legal.
What time period is this novel taking place?
The 1920's
What does Mr. Wilson do for a living?
He's a mechanic
What does the Green light symbolize?
The American Dream, Money, Mullah, Cha Ching, Daisy
How does Tom get out of the draft?
He paid his way out
Who is the current example of what "new money" is?
Where does Nick and Gatsby live?
West Egg
What does Nick do for a living?
Bondsman
What does the billboard symbolize?
God's Eyes that always watching
Where do the Buchanans live?
East Egg
Why type of machine did Nick see first in Gatsby's house?
A fruit juicer
Where do the Wilsons live?
In the Valley of Ashes
What does Daisy want her daughter to be?
"A beautiful fool"
Currently, what is the one physical thing that represents happiness?
Money
What is the amount of Daisy's Pearls equivalent to today's standard currency?
4.5 million dollars
Who calls Mr. Gatsby while interacting with Nick?
States or cities that want alcohol
Where did Gatsby supposedly go to college?
Oxford
What sport does Jordan Baker play?
Golf
What type of people are the Buchanans?
Reckless and heartless people.
What expensive car does Mr. Gatsby own?
A Rolls Royce. BIG PIMPIN
What does Mr. Gatsby do every weekend and why?
Throws massive parties to get the attention of Daisy
What is on the billboard?
Dr. T.J Eckleberg's Eyes
What does Gatsby want Nick to do after Nick's meeting with Jordan?
To have Daisy over for tea
What is constantly being compared or contrasted throughout the novel so far?
Wealth and Social Status