Gatsby
Who narrates the story in the movie?
Nick Carraway
Which character is married to Tom Buchanan?
Daisy
Why is Holden being expelled?
Failing grades
What is Atticus Finch’s profession?
Lawyer
Why does Gatsby throw such extravagant parties?
He wants Daisy to visit his house to rekindle his relationship
How does Gatsby make his fortune?
Bootlegging (selling alcohol illegally)
What does Holden think about Stradlater?
He thinks he’s a “secret slob” but is a bit jealous of him overall and his ability with girls
What is the name of Scout’s brother?
Jem
Who is accused of raping Mayella Ewell?
Tom Robinson
What does Gatsby ask Nick to arrange for him?
A reunion with Daisy
What ultimately happens to Gatsby?
He is killed my Myrtle Wilson's husband
What school is Holden attending at the start?
Pencey Prep
What, specifically, does Atticus tell Scout about how to understand others?
She should "walk in their shoes"
Who saves Jem and Scout from Bob Ewell?
Boo Radley
What theme is heavily explored through Gatsby’s character?
The American Dream
After Gatsby is gone, why does Nick Carraway become so angry with the people of NYC?
Because they abandoned Gatsby and refused to attend his funeral even though he was a great man
What is Holden’s attitude toward adulthood?
Distrustful and cynical
Why does the mob give up on trying to kill Tom Robinson?
Because Scout shows up and reminds Me. Cunningham she knows her son and that her family has helped his family, making him feel bad and he leaves, dispersing the mob
Why is defending Tom Robinson difficult for Atticus, even though he does it anyway?
3 Reasons
1 Because he is worried that the town is racist and will convict Tom regardless of his innocence
2 Because he knows he is the best lawyer around town and is the most likely lawyer to win at least an appeal
3 Because he is worried it will endanger him and his children in the community as people look to take revenge on him for defending Tom
How does Tom make Gatsby lose his cool and threaten Tom/become aggressive during their party in a NYC apartment?
He accuses Gatsby of being a fraud and lying about where he actually got his money
Who REALLY kills Myrtle Wilson?
Daisy
Why does Holden fight Stradlater?
Because he went out with Jane Gallagher
What does the mockingbird symbolize?
A good and beautiful thing that must be protected AND Boo Radley
What does Tom say about Mayella that probably sealed his fate?
That he “felt bad” for Mayella, implying he was better than her