Money
Why is marriage tied to money?
People have to stick to their social class, you cannot marry someone higher up than you.
Why is Nick confused and disgusted as he drives away from the Buchanan house and what does this say about him?
Why are so many people attracted to Daisy?
Because she is beautiful and has old money.
Does it surprise you that Tom is having an affair?
It's an opinion.
What rumors do we hear about Gatsby?
The he has killed somebody, he's a german spy, and he's a second cousin to the devil.
What does it take for Daisy to begin her affair with Gatsby?
A very obvious show of his money.
What does Nick think of life in West Egg?
He finds it grotesque and damaging.
Who is Daisy partially based off of?
Fitzgerald's wife Zelda.
Why is Tom's mistress from the Valley of Ashes?
Because Fitzgerald wanted to show us that people will do anything to live the 'American Dream'.
WHy does Gatsby originally lie about his life story to Nick?
He wants to impress Nick so he helps him get Daisy back.
What do Daisy and Tom do at the beginning and end of the book that is supported by their money?
Moving to new places.
Why does Nick act as a confidant for both Tom and Gatsby when they "love" the same girl?
He is trustworthy, honest, and doesn't like to take part in things but likes to stand back and watch.
What are some character traits of Daisy?
Shallow, Beautiful, and self-centered.
Why does Tom let Gatsby and Daisy ride in the car together if he's so protective?
He's showing that he knows no matter what Gatsby does, Daisy will not leave him.
Why does Gatsby tell Nick the truth after he has already lied about the past?
He wants to win over Nicks trust as they start to get closer.
What drives Gatsby to acquire such massive wealth?
His wishes to win over Daisy.
What does Nick say about his family?
They are wealthy and sort of like a 'clan'.
What is the one thing Daisy loves and has loyalty to?
Money
What does Tom say to Nick about Daisy?
He tells him not to believe everything she says.
Is there any way Daisy could have lived up to Gatsby's expectations of her?
No, he had a picture of her in his mind that she was perfect and could do no wrong, which is not true at all.
Why don't the people from Gatsby's parties go to his funeral?
They only care about his money, not him.
Why does Nick move to New York?
After his return from the war, he found the Midwest boring.
What does Nick say about Daisy's voice?
It has something about it that makes people want to listen.
Who does Tom think hit myrtle?
Gatsby
What does Gatsby think of himself?
He thinks he is an innocent, hopeful young man who is unworthy of his dreams.