Historical Context & F. Scott Fitzgerald
True or False: The Great Gatsby was considered a commercial failure when it was first published.
True
People are very afraid of him due to rumors he may have killed a man.
Jay Gatsby
The nature of Tom's affair is best described as ______.
Public, open
Who is the woman Tom has an affair with?
Myrtle Wilson
What word best describes Gatsby's parties?
A) Lonely
B) Extravagant
C) Dangerous
D) Casual
Extravagant
Fitzgerald married this woman, who helped him write some of his major works.
Zelda Sayre
Quiet, astute, observant, and tolerant.
Nick Carraway
Nick Carraway hails from the _________.
Midwest
Where does Tom take Nick in this chapter 2?
To an apartment he maintains for romantic excursions with Myrtle.
***DAILY DOUBLE***
In contrast to most of Gatsby's party guests, Nick was _______
Invited
What early event stimulated Fitzgerald's unrelenting desire for success?
His father losing his job
Myrtle Wilson
________ is a locality known for being very flashy, extroverted, and even obnoxious when it comes to wealth.
West Egg
Why is the Valley of Ashes the way it is?
Rampant industrialization; residents are not wealthy enough to escape it or improve their surroundings.
Why is "Owl Eyes" so amazed by Gatsby's library?
Because it's filled with real books
The era in which The Great Gatsby is set, known for its jazz music and economic prosperity.
The Jazz Age/Roaring 20's
***DAILY DOUBLE***
The Buchanans want Nick to become romantically involved with...
Jordan Baker
Nick observes ______ reaching out for _____ at the end of Chapter 1.
Gatsby; a green light
***DAILY DOUBLE***
Why is Daisy a source of tension for Tom and Myrtle? What does it result in?
Myrtle has a desire to marry Tom, but Tom doesn't want to leave his wife. Their argument results in Tom punching Myrtle in the face.
How does Gatsby conduct himself at his parties?
Casual watcher; does not mingle with his guests or drink
The name of Fitzgerald's first love, whom he could not marry due to her father's objections.
Ginevra King
Match the character with his or her quote:
"I hope she'll be a fool. That's the best thing a girl can be - a beautiful, little fool."
Daisy Buchanan
***DAILY DOUBLE***
What is Tom's opinion on race, as revealed in this chapter?
He discusses a book about white supremacy at dinner, revealing his prejudiced attitudes
How can the relationship between Tom and George Wilson best be described?
Tom and George have a business relationship; Tom thinks lowly of George, has an affair with his wife, and calls him too dumb to realize it.
When Nick finally meets Gatsby, what is his first impression of Gatsby?
Bewilderment; finds him charming and genuine, despite the rumors