Chapter 5
Why does Daisy go over to Nick's house?
For tea
What new information do we learn about Gatsby’s past?
Gatsby’s real name is James Gatz and that he changed it when he was seventeen. He comes from a poor farming family in North Dakota and had dreams of greatness from a young age. He then met Dan Cody, who became his mentor and inspired him to pursue a life of wealth and success.
When they to the city, who all goes together?
Tom, Jordan, Nick in Gatsby’s car
Gatsby and Daisy in Tom’s car
Who is Tom Buchanan's mistress?
Myrtle Wilson
How does Gatsby prepare for his meeting with Daisy?
He has Nick’s lawn cut and sends flowers to decorate Nick’s house.
Who is at Gatsby's mansions when Nick goes to visit Gatsby?
Tom Buchanan and Mr & Mrs. Sloane
When they stop for gas at Wilson's garage what does George Wilson tell Tom?
He tells Tom that he knows his wife is having an affair but does not know with who
Who is Pammy?
Tom and Daisy's daughter
What is Daisy's reaction when she sees Gatsby after so long?
She cries and trows herself in his arms
Why does Tom attend Gatsby’s party?
He is suspicious of Daisy’s relationship with Gatsby and wants to see who he really is.
What happens at the Plaza Hotel?
Tom confronts Gatsby on him being an Oxford man and his saying “old sport”. Gatsby snaps and tells Tom that Daisy never loved him; Tom reveals how Gatsby acquired all his money.
Where do Gatsby and Daisy rekindle their relationship?
Nick's house
Why does Gatsby show Daisy his house, and how does she react?
Gatsby shows Daisy his mansion to impress her and demonstrate the wealth he has accumulated, partly in the hope of rekindling their romance.
How does Daisy feel about Gatsby’s party?
Daisy is uncomfortable at Gatsby’s party and doesn’t enjoy herself. Although she loves Gatsby, she feels out of place and disapproves of the extravagant and flashy behavior of Gatsby’s guests.
When Tom, Jordan, and Nick are on their way home they stop at the Valley of Ashes due to what?
Myrtle had been ran over after running into the street
Who inspired Gatsby to pursue a life of wealth?
Dan Cody
What is the significance of the green light at the end of Daisy’s dock?
The green light, which Gatsby has been gazing at across the bay, symbolizes his hopes and dreams for a future with Daisy.
How does Nick feel about Gatsby’s wanting to relive the past?
Nick is skeptical about Gatsby’s desire to relive the past and reminds him that he cannot re-create the past, but Gatsby believes money can.
Who does everyone think ran over Myrtle and who actually ran her over?
Everyone thinks Gatsby ran over Myrtle but it was actually Daisy
Where does everyone meet fro lunch before they go to the Plaza Hotel?
Daisy and Toms house