The Great Gatsby
Mr. Tobin
Sheldon College
Modern Slang
General Trivia
100

In which decade is The Great Gatsby set?

The 1920s

100

Mr. Tobin's first name

Sam

100

How many lessons does a Year 11 student have English/Lit in a week

4

100

What does “sus” mean in internet slang?

Short for "suspicious" or "suspect," often used to imply someone is acting shady or untrustworthy.

100

This city is known as the "City of Light" and is home to the Eiffel Tower.

Paris
200

What is the name of the town where Nick Carraway lives?

West Egg

200

What week was Mr. T's first day @ Sheldon College

Week 5

200

Who is Sheldon College's founding principal?

Lyn Bishop

200

What does it mean to “slay” in modern slang?

To do something exceptionally well or look amazing.

200

This British author wrote the seven-book series about a boy wizard named Harry Potter.

J.K. Rowling

300

What is the name of Tom Buchanan’s mistress?

Myrtle Wilson

300

What are Mr. Tobin's teaching areas?

English & HPE

300

What year was Sheldon College founded?

1997

300

What does it mean to “spill the tea”?

To share gossip or reveal information.

300

This river, the longest in the world, flows through northeastern Africa.

The Nile

400

What is Jay Gatsby’s real name?

James Gatz

400

Who are Mr T's supervisors (2 Teachers)?

Mrs. Carroll & Mr. Barling

400

What team did AFLW star Chelsea Randall play for?

Adelaide Crows

400

What is meant by “main character energy”?  

The attitude of acting as if one is the protagonist of a story, often with a focus on self-confidence and uniqueness.

400

This Greek god of the sea is known for carrying a trident.

Poseidon

500

Where did Nick Carraway go to college?

Yale

500

How many toes does Mr. Tobin have?

10

500

What does LINQ stand for?

Learning and Innovation for a New Queensland

500

What does the slang term “sigma” refer to in internet culture?

A lone-wolf or self-reliant male who doesn't conform to social hierarchies.

500

This country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles in men’s soccer.

Brazil