| How does Nick describe himself in the beginning of the novel? | Nick describes himself as someone who doesn’t pass judgement on people which was a trait passed down from his dad. |
| How does Nick describe Tom Buchanan? | He describes Tom as an arrogant person because he cheats on his wife. Also describes him as being very wealthy but spends his money on his mistress rather than his wife. |
| Who is Jordan Baker? | Jordan Baker is Daisy’s friend who is a competitive golfer. She is boyish, cynical, hard and direct. She doesn’t let anyone take advantage of her. |
| What is Gatsby doing when Nick first sees him? | Gatsby is standing alone on his lawn looking across the water at Daisy’s house. |
| Describe the ambiguity in Nick’s descriptions of Gatsby. | Nick admires Gatsby’s wealth but doesn’t admire how superficial he is. Gatsby seems like he has to play the role of a wealthy man. |
| How does the tone of Nick’s description of Tom reveal Nick’s feelings about Tom? | Nicks description of Tom reveals he doesn’t like Tom and shows that he thinks he is a jerk. |
| How would you describe Daisy’s state of mind during dinner? What does she say and do which reveals her inner conflicts? | Daisy seems uneasy during dinner like something is bothering her. She says the best thing a girl can be is a beautiful little fool, referring to herself. |
| What indication is there that Tom and Daisy are closely linked despite their marital problems? | Daisy doesn’t want to leave Tom because of the wealthy lifestyle she lives. She likes having the assurance of wealth. |
| What indications are there that the green light will have a emotional significance to Gatsby? | As Gatsby is reaching his arm out to the green light he is trembling. Maybe the light symbolizes what he is missing in his life which is Daisy |
Gatsby Questions Chapter 1
March 29, 2020