ABOUT NICK
what is nicks role in the book?
the novel's narrator and main character of the story.
How is the character of Jay Gatsby presented to the reader?
somewhat mysterious and drawn back. He is a wealthy man who throws elaborate parties to draw people in, yet he seems that he isn't very sociable.
how does nick first meet gatsby
they are neighbors and nick gets invited to gatsbys party and mistakes him for a normal guest.
What part of his past is Gatsby trying to recapture? Is he successful?
He is trying to recapture his life with Daisy. He wants her back, but in the end it doesn't matter.
how does nick feel about himself
he believes he is a honest and nonjudgmental person.
What was Gatsby obsessed with?
Why did Nick become involved with Jordan, and why did he break off the relationship?
he was sick of her immaturity and how she lied all of the time. He said she was on of the most dishonest and careless people he has ever known.
Did Gatsby actually love Daisy?
is nick old money or new money?
new money
Why did Gatsby change his name?
he changed his name to Jay Gatsby to make it sound more aristocratic. The decision was shaped by the Gatsby's desire to alienate himself from his family and upbringing