Great Gatsby
What object does Gatsby stare at across the bay that symbolizes his dream for Daisy?
The Green Light
What animal does Lennie constantly want to take care of on the dream farm?
Rabbits
What news does Ruth reveal that makes the family’s situation more stressful?
She is pregnant
According to “How to Tame a Wild Tongue,” what part of culture most strongly shapes identity?
Language
The child of Tom and Daisy Buchanan.
Pammy
Which character says, “Can’t repeat the past? Why of course you can!”?
Gatsby
Why do George and Lennie have to leave Weed?
Lennie grabbed a girl’s dress and frightened her
Why is Beneatha frustrated with George Murchison?
He does not take her thoughts and goals seriously
What item does Esmé send the narrator after the war?
Which theme connects Gatsby, Walter Younger, and George and Lennie?
The pursuit of the American Dream
After Myrtle is killed, what do Tom and Daisy do that shows they are “careless people”?
They avoid responsibility and leave others to deal with the consequences
Why does George tell Lennie about the farm dream right before Lennie dies?
He wants Lennie to feel peaceful and happy in his final moments
What does Mr. Lindner offer the Younger family?
Money not to move into the white neighborhood
In “Evacuation Order No. 19,” when the woman is thinking about how to kill the dog, what options does she consider?
A hammer and a shovel
Which character in Gatsby is described as “incurably dishonest”?
Jordan Baker
What does Gatsby mean when he tells Nick that Daisy’s voice is “full of money”?
Daisy represents wealth, status, and privilege
Why does Candy immediately want to join George and Lennie’s dream?
Why does Mama trust Walter with the insurance money?
She wants him to feel respected and trusted as the head of the family
Why does “What Comes Out” compare body parts to everyday objects and experiences?
To make readers confront the subject in a more personal and uncomfortable way
Which ranch worker in Of Mice and Men is known for wisdom and fairness?
Slim
Why does Nick admire Gatsby more than Tom or Daisy by the end of the novel?
Gatsby continues believing in hope and dreams, while Tom and Daisy are selfish and careless
What does Crooks say happens to a person when they are always alone?
They become mentally and emotionally damaged/lonely
What finally causes Walter to reject Lindner’s offer at the end of the play?
He wants Travis to see him act with dignity and self-respect
What does the “Pilgrim Principle” teach about Christianity and culture?
Christians belong to God first, not completely to any culture; they are citizens of the Kingdom of heaven, and therefore are pilgrims on earth.
What does "Alaiyo" mean?