Themes
Which theme topic is best represented in Chapters 1-3 with the 3 parties?
Social Class
(each party representing its own social group, based on geographical location)
What do the Eyes of Dr. TJ Eckleburg represent?
God / Upper class looking down on Valley of Ashes
Which character said "I like large parties, they're so intimate"?
Jordan Baker
In chapter 2, Nick tells the audience that he did something for the second time in his life. What was it?
Got drunk
Who is Meyer Wolfsheim?
A stereotypically described Jewish man -- involved in criminal gambling activity, fixed the 1919 World Series, works with Gatsby
Which theme topic is represented in Gatsby's "origin story" shared in Chapter. 6?
The American Dream
(started with nothing, worked his way up)
What do the Valley of Ashes represent?
Decay of society / reality of working class and their poor living conditions / rich got richer, poor gets poorer
Which character has aspirations of being part of a different social class?
Myrtle - wants to be rich/Old Money
Who is "Owl Eyes"?
The man in Gatsby's "library" at his party in ch. 3 - questions if Gatsby's books are real
Who is Dan Cody?
Wealthy man that Gatsby encountered on his yacht, he taught Gatsby how to "be rich"
Which theme topic is represented in Jordan Baker's "secret"?
Appearance v. Reality
(appears successful, really cheated her way to the top)
What does the green light on Daisy's dock represent?
Gatsby's hope / longing for Daisy and to repeat the past. An unachievable dream
Which character cares more about their social status than their personal relationships?
Daisy - wants to be East Egg, even though she'd be happier with Gatsby
(also Jordan)
Why does Tom say that he and Daisy cannot divorce?
Daisy is Catholic (is she really...?)
Who is the sole witness of Myrtle's fatal car crash?
Michaelis - will accept Greek restaurant owner across from Wilson's garage who helps George find out what happened
Which theme topic is represented in the fact that George Wilson is physically sick after finding out about Myrtle's infidelity?
Wealth (will also take social class)
Wilson has nothing but Myrtle, whereas Tom (wealthy and powerful) can "afford" to lose both women
What does Myrtle and Tom's dog symbolize?
The Upper Class (Old Money) being selfish and materialistic, indulgence and fleeting joy
Which character describes themself as being "pretty cynical about everything" ?
Daisy
Name 4 of the rumors that spread about Gatsby during the first 3 chapters
killed a man; german spy; american army; cousin of german emperor; bootlegger
What does Gatsby refer to Tom as repeatedly during his party in Ch. 6?
"the polo player"
Which theme topic is best represented in Gatsby's obsessive pursuit of Daisy, symbolized by the green light?
Disillusionment (of The American Dream)
Gatsby sees the green light as his "dream", but once he has Daisy, his expectations are still not met.
What do Gatsby's shirts represent in Chapter 5?
Wealth and material items / flashy items that represent New Money
(will also accept "the past", as Gatsby's wealth cannot replace the past)
Who says, "Whenever you feel like criticizing any one, just remember that all the people in this world haven't had the advantages that you've had." ?
Nick's Father
(will also accept Nick - in reference to his father telling him this growing up)
Which 2 characters went to the same college, and what college did they attend? (must get both right to receive points)
Tom and Nick - Yale (New Haven)
How does Gatsby make his money, and what evidence do we have?
Bootlegger; Tom's proof (drugstores), rumors, Meyer Wolfsheim, shady phone calls, his lies about growing up, his parties, connections with the police, speakeasies, etc.