Chapter 1 - Introductions & Setting
Who is the narrator of the story?
Nick Carraway
What is the valley of ashes?
The poor, polluted, and desolate area between West Egg and NYC
Describe Gatsby's parties
Lavish, extravagant, over the top
What does Gatsby tell Nick about his past on the way to New York?
Traveled Europe, war hero, inherited his wealth
Where does Gatsby’s reunion with Daisy take place?
Nick's House
Where does Nick move at the beginning of the novel?
West Egg
Who lives above a car repair shop in the valley of ashes?
George and Myrtle Wilson
How do most guests know Gatsby?
They don't know him, only rumors
What kid of car does Gatsby drive and how does he drive?
A yellow sports car and drives very fast
What is the weather like on this day?
It's raining but becomes sunny
Who are Nick’s wealthy cousins introduced in this chapter?
Tom and Daisy Buchanan
Where do Tom and Nick go with Myrtle?
Tom's apartment in New York City
What is Gatsby’s demeanor at the party?
Polite, charming, but somewhat reserved
Who do Gatsby and Nick meet in New York?
Meyer Wolfsheim
How does Gatsby prepare for Daisy’s visit?
He sends flowers and fixes up Nick's house
Who is the famous golfer at Tom and Daisy's house?
Jordan Baker
How does Tom behave toward Myrtle during the party?
Controlling and abusive
Who does Gatsby pull aside to ask something important to?
Jordan Baker
What is Meyer Wolfsheim known for?
Fixing the World Series
How does Gatsby behave when Daisy arrives?
Nervous and awkward
What does Tom’s physical appearance suggest about him?
He is strong, aggressive, and imposing
Whose eyes on a billboard symbolically watch over the valley of ashes?
Dr. T.J. Eckleburg
Who is the mysterious man Nick meets at Gatsby’s party who’s fascinated by Gatsby’s library?
Owl Eyes
What does the connection with Wolfsheim suggest about Gatsby?
He has a criminal past
What happens when Gatsby shows Daisy his mansion?
Daisy is impressed, Gatsby starts showing off by throwing his expensive clothes all over the place