Nick
What is Nick's surname?
Carraway
How are Nick and Daisy related?
They are cousins.
Where did Tom and Nick study?
Yale
When and where does the story take place?
In New York, 1922
Where does Myrtle live?
In the Valley of Ashes.
What does Nick do?
He's in the bond business.
Where in the USA is Daisy from?
Chicago
What sport was Tom good at (at college, at least)?
Football
What is the name given to this period in American History?
The Roaring Twenties
Where does Nick live?
West Egg
What does Nick's family do?
They have been in the hardware business for generations.
Who is Daisy's friend and what does she do?
Who is George B Wilson?
A mechanic / car dealer. Husband to Myrtle.
What war is mentioned in the text? Who was a soldier in that war?
The Great War / WWI - Nick
What is Nick's neighbour famous for?
His parties.
What is one the reasons why Nick came East?
He was involved with someone and he didn't want unwelcome gossip.
What did Daisy say when she learnt she had had a baby girl?
"I hope she will be a fool."
Who phones Tom when they are having dinner?
His mistress - Myrtle
What excuse does Myrtle's sister give for Tom not divorcing Daisy?
That Daisy is a Catholic.
How is Tom different than the other characters?
He has different values and is more of an observer.
What advice did Nick's father give him?
"Whenever you feel like criticizing anyone, just remember that not everyone is as lucky as you are."
Why didn't Nick go to Daisy's wedding?
Because he wasn't back from the war.
What excuse does Myrtle give George to go to New York?
She is visiting her sister.
Why did Tom break Myrtle's nose?
She kept saying Daisy's name
What is Gatsby doing when Nick first sees him?
Standing outside on his veranda and reaching out toward the green light across the bay.