| What was Gatsby’s reaction to Daisy’s child? | he is surprised; did not believe she existed |
| What did Wilson do to Myrtle? | locked her in her room until they are able to get away from the area; because he suspected she was unfaithful |
| What does Gatsby think about Daisy’s relationship with Tom? | he believes that she never really loved Tom |
| What is Daisy’s reaction to both men? | confused; torn between the two; wants to escape with Gatsby but realizes that a permanent relationship with him would not work; needs Tom, his security; the child they have together |
| What happens on the way home from New York City? | driving Gatsby’s car, Daisy hits Myrtle and doesn’t stop; Myrtle is killed; Daisy is driving to help calm herself after the confrontation between Jay and Tom |
| How do these people react to Myrtle’s death? | first instinct of Tom is to protect himself by telling Wilson that the yellow car was not his; Gatsby is concerned for Daisy – doesn’t want her to be upset; Nick feels sick and wants to be left alone |
| Why did Myrtle run out towards Gatsby’s car? | she thought Tom and Jordan (Myrtle thought Jordan was his wife) was in the yellow car because she had seen them in it earlier; she was running towards them because of jealousy and desperation |
The Great Gatsby – Chapter 7
March 26, 2020