American Dream
What is the American Dream?
ability to achieve success no matter what
Who does Nick visit?
Daisy and Tom
Nick goes with Tom to meet _______.
his girl, mistress, Myrtle
Nick is invited to _____________.
Gatsby's elaborate party
What provides the music for the party?
orchestra
What is Gatsby's version of the American dream?
wealth and love
Where does Nick stay for the summer?
West Egg
Nick meets ________ at his garage.
George Wilson
What happens as people go to leave?
Owl Eyes and another guy wreck the car
Who cleans up the after party?
8 servants + gardener
What is Tom's (and probably Myrtle's) version of the American dream?
comfort, style, booze, and women
What does Nick learn from Jordan?
Tom is cheating.
Myrtle makes Tom _________.
buy her a puppy
Nick and _______ find ________ in the ______ marveling at the ________.
Jordan, Owl Eyes, library, books
What is the color of Myrtle's taxi?
lavender
What is George's version of the American dream?
successful business, happy family
What does Nick see when he returns home?
Gatsby reaching for a green light across the bay.
Catherine informs Nick that ________.
Tom can't get divorced because Daisy is a Catholic (total lie).
What does Gatsby purchase for Lucille?
a blue dress with lavender bead work
Why did Nick move away to spend the summer in New York?
a girl was trying to coerce him into marrying her
What is Nick Carraway's version of the American dream?
contentment
What does Nick's father try to teach him?
Don't judge people for their backgrounds.
What is the name of the couple that drink and party it up with them?
McKee's
How do Nick and Gatsby connect (before he learns he's Gatsby)?
WWI and their military service; recognized eachother
What is Nick's car?
Dodge