Chapter 4
What does Gatsby tell Nick about himself?
He told Nick he was educated at Oxford, inherited his money from his family, and got some medals in the war.
What does Jordan tell Nick about Daisy, Gatsby, and Tom?
Daisy and Gatsby had an earlier romance. Her parents wouldn't let her see him off to war. Then she married Tom and soon found out that Tom had a mistress.
What had Gatsby turned Daisy to in his own mind?
An illusion.
What was Gatsby's reaction to Daisy's child?
Gatsby was surprised and shocked.
What happens on the way home from New York?
Daisy accidentally ran over Myrtle with Gatsby's car.
Who is Kilspringer?
He is the "boarder" at the Gatsby house. He always seems to be there.
Describe the meeting between Gatsby and Daisy.
The meeting was very awkward at first since Gatsby was so nervous, but then they got along better.
What is Gatsby's real history? Where is he from and what is his name?
James Gatz, from North Dakota.
What did Wilson do with Myrtle?
Wilson locked Myrtle in her room until they can get away from the area. He suspects she is having an affair.
How do these people react to Myrtle's death?
1)Wilson-
2)Tom-
3) Nick-
4) Gatsby-
1) Wilson feels guilty
2)Tom feels relief, a weight lifted off him.
3)Nick feels sick and wants to be left alone.
4)Gatsby's only concern is Daisy/
What "matter" did Gatsby have Jordan discuss with Nick?
Jordan discussed Nick's arranging a luncheon between Gatsby and Daisy at Nick's house.
How long did it take Gatsby to make the money to buy the mansion?
Three years.
What did Dan Cody do for Gatsby?
He educated Gatsby about money and the people who have it.
Why do the four drive into the city on such hot afternoon>
She is attempting to change the subject and avoid a confrontation.
What is the true relationship between Tom and Daisy?
They are bonded together and will never leave each other.
Who is Mr. Wolfshiem?
He is a business associate of Gatsby's and he fixed the World Series of 1919.
Why did Gatsby want Daisy to see the house and his clothes?
To impress her with his wealth and show her he could afford to care for her.
What is Daisy's opinion about Gatsby's party? How does this affect him?
Daisy does not like Gatsby's party. She thinks of it more like an amusement park. This makes Gatsby sad.
What does Gatsby think about Daisy's relationship with Tom?
That Daisy never loved Tom.
What does Gatsby tell Nick about his past? Is it true?
He says that he met Daisy and fell in love. He could not take care of her yet and went to war. Daisy then got married to Tom.
What does Mr. Wolfshiem tell Nick about Gatsby?
He said Gatsby was the kind of man you'd like to take home and introduce to your mother and sister.
What did the green light on the dock mean to Gatsby?
It stood for a vision of his future with Daisy.
What does Gatsby want from Daisy?
He wants Daisy to admit to Tom that she never loved him and he wants he to leave Tom for him.
What Daisy's reaction to both men?
She is torn between the two. She cares about both. She wants Gatsby but knows that she will never leave Tom.
What does Michaelis believe caused Myrtle to run?
He thinks she is running away from Wilson.