Gatsbys name
What is Gatsby's birth name?
James Gatz
What is Daisy's last name?
Buchanan
What is the name of the man who changed Gatsby's old life?
Dan Cody
What does Gatsby hope to achieve by having Daisy visit his house?
To impress her
What kind of work did Gatsby do before meeting Dan Cody?
Clam-digger / salmon-fishing / small-jobs
Why did Gatsby change his name?
He wanted a new identity
Why did they separate?
Because of the war
Where is Gatsby from?
North Dakota
What did Daisy think of Gatsby's party?
She didn't like it, and felt uncomfortable
What dreams did Gatsby have when he was young?
To become successful
At what age did he change his name?
When he was 17
To repeat the past
Who describes Gatsby’s meeting with Dan Cody in chapter 6?
Nick Carraway
What is Gatsby's main focus during the night?
Daisy, and her opinion
What kind of lifestyle did Cody show Gatsby?
Wealthy, luxurious, adventurous life
Did he meet Daisy before or after changing his name?
After
What does Gatsby want Daisy to tell Tom? (Page 116-117, small green book)
I never loved you
Which lake was Gatsby working near when he was young?
Lake Superior
What do Nick’s observations reveal about the guests at Gatsby’s parties?
They are superficial, and don't really understand Gatsby
What did Gatsby have to leave behind to become Jay Gatsby?
His North Dakota roots
The hardest question
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What does Daisy think Gatsby is missing?
"Old money"
Which college did Gatsby briefly attend before dropping out after only two weeks? (p. 106 little green book)
St. Olaf College
What unexpected action do some guests take during Gatsby’s party that surprises Nick?
Some guests show up uninvited
What does Gatsby’s transformation from his old name to his new name symbolize?
The self-made identity / American dream