Jay Gatsby
Oxford College
Where did Gatsby go to college?
Nonchalant, quiet, honest.
What is Nick's personality like?
Louisville, Illinois
Where is Daisy from?
Southeast stretch from NYC
Where are the West and East Eggs?
Shocked at first, but became bored quickly.
What were the responses to Gatsby's parties?
To be with Daisy Buchanan
What is Gatsby's goal in life?
During the war while serving under the same branch.
Where did Nick and Gatsby originally meet?
People thought Daisy was very sweet and nice. Everyone loved her presence and beauty, as well as her (on the surface) bubbly personality.
What is the opinion most people in the book had on Daisy?
West: New Money
East: New Money
What are the different monetary backgrounds of the two eggs?
Library
Wardrobe
Pool, boats, etc.
What are some of Gatsby's prized amenities?
Yellow
What color was Gatsby's car?
No, he believes she is just another dishonest and snooty person.
Does Nick truly like Jordan?
Not waiting for Gatsby.
What is Daisy's biggest regret?
Social and economical segregation.
What can the egg's separation be interpreted as?
Animal rugs/skins
Rolexes, sports cars, homes, etc.
Indentured sevitude
Give examples of materialism in modern life.
Reinvent himself into a new man.
What is the reason Gatsby changed his name?
Do not judge books by their cover.
What is the main idea of Nick's dads quote?
She is cynical and really only cares about money and status.
What does the author suggest about Daisy's character?
Homelessness
Affordability of human resources
etc.
Give an example of monetary separation in modern-day society.
Because she lived in The Valley of Ashes, a place characterized by the poor, and she wanted to act as if she was wealthy. The puppy represented material cause she never cared for it and bought it unnecessary things, such as expensive leather dog leash.
What is the reason Myrtle wanted a puppy?
After Dan Cody finds Gatsby, he takes him as an "employee"/helper as Cody explores the sea. Cody begins to drink and Gatsby realized he has to take over. This leadership opportunity made him realize he didn't want to drink and wanted a new lifestyle, so he changed his name from James Gatz to Jay Gatsby. He was to get a check from Cody for the work he has done for him, but events with Cody's love interest prevent this.
Describe the events that occur after Dan Cody and Gatsby meet.
She is excited about talking to Nick, until she realizes Gatsby showed up. They have awkwardness but soon hit it off and meet up later.
What happened when Daisy went to Nick's house for tea?
Tom was in disbelief and and went home with Nick/Jordan. Nick then found out that Daisy accidentally killed Myrtle when not paying attention while driving. Wilson thought that Gatsby killed Myrtle, so he shot Gatsby.
Describe the events that occurred when Tom found Myrtle's car accident.
West egg was built upon illegal activities such as bootlegging, gang-running, etc.
What is the most controversial difference between the eggs?
Gatsby's materials and wealth was just to cover up the fact that he was a awkward and sad person.
Describe what Gatsby tries to make people believe about him.