Tom Buchanan
Who is Tom Buchanan in the story?
Daisy's husband
Where does NIck live, in West Egg or East Egg?
West Egg; where people with "New Money" lived
What drives him?
His love for Daisy
Who did Daisy date before marrying Tom?
Jay Gatsby
Where did Jordan meet Nick?
At a dinner party at Tom and Daisy's house.
What is his physical appearance like?
He is athletic, fit, young, and use to play college football.
How did Nick meet Gatsby?
At one of Gatsby's parties when Nick first moved in.
Why is his house located across from the "green light?"
The green light is at the end of Daisy's dock, so his house is directly across from hers
Why did Daisy break up with Gatsby when they were younger?
He was poor, and she felt like she needed a man with money to keep up with the lifestyle she was used to
What sport did Jordan play?
She is a famous pro golfer
What is Tom's opinion on women?
He believes they're under himself, to the point where it makes his character seem sexist.
In what way does Nick tell the story?
In 1st person point of view, as a narrator
Why does Gatsby throw parties?
He wants to grab Daisy's attention in hopes that she'll show up to one of his parties
What is one similar action between Daisy and Tom throughout the book?
Their infidelity; Tom cheats with Myrtle, and Daisy cheats with Gatsby
What is the prominent trait she has in her character?
Dishonesty and sarcasm
What is the relationship between Tom and his wife Daisy like?
A very proper marriage with little romance
What intrigues Nick about Jordan
Her personality and the way she portrays herself
How was Gatsby rumored to have gained his wealth?
It's heavily implied that Gatsby achieved his wealth through bootlegging
How does Daisy react to seeing all of Gatsby's clothes?
She starts sobbing, repeating how wonderful they are
Who does she have a brief relationship with?
Nick Carraway
In the end of the story there is a situation between Wilson and Gatsby, what was the cause of this?
Because Wilson believes that Gatsby slept around with his wife and didn't realize it was actually Tom
How does Nick's opinion about Gatsby change from the beginning of the story toward the end?
He goes from hearing rumors about him to getting to know him and becoming one of his only actual friends.
What is Gatsby's real name?
James Gatz
What does Daisy do after Gatsby dies?
Her and Tom go back to living their lives as if nothing ever happened
Why was there controversy surrounding her?
She allegedly cheated in a big golf tournament