What does Tom do to Myrtle when she repeatedly says "Daisy! Daisy!"

Tom punches Myrtle and breaks her nose.

What is the setting of the story?

Set during Great Depression and people partied hard

How does Daisy feel about the fact that she gave birth to a girl?

She is somewhat upset, knowing she will only be a beautiful fool.

What is strange about Gatsby's parties?

He doesn't know most of the people at his own party.

How can the Valley of Ashes be described?

A desolate (empty) wasteland where the poor live.

How do Gatsby and Nick know each other?

They know each other from serving in the war.

In what way does Gatsby’s party reinforce his “new money” status?

Everything (food, decor, etc) at the party is excessive and flashy

How would you describe Nick's house?

A small, cheap bungalow outside of NYC

What is George Wilson's profession?

He fixes cars in the Valley of Ashes.

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Gatsby 1-3 Reading Comprehension Review

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1
What does Gatsby call Nick?
"Homie"
"My Man"
"Hey Buddy"
"Old Sport"
2
Catherine is Myrtle's younger sister.
True
False
3
Nick thinks he is one of the most honest people he ever knew.
True
False
4
True or False: Tom and Daisy are married.
True
False
5
Dr. Eckleburg's big eyes are on a billboard overlooking the Valley of Ashes
False
True
6
What does Tom do to Myrtle when she repeatedly says "Daisy! Daisy!"
Tom isn't bothered by Myrtle and doesn't do anything to her.
Tom punches Myrtle and breaks her nose.
Tom tells Myrtle to leave him alone.
Tom pushes Myrtle into a puddle of mud.
7
What is the setting of the story?
Set during Great Depression and people partied hard
Set during prohibition so everyone stayed sober
8
How does Daisy feel about the fact that she gave birth to a girl?
She is somewhat upset, knowing she will only be a beautiful fool.
She says she wishes she had twin boys instead.
She does not want to take care of her baby and gives her up for adoption.
She is very happy.
9
True or False: Daisy is beautiful, rich, and charming.
False
True
10
Who is the narrator of The Great Gatsby?
Myrtle
Gatsby
Nick
Daisy
11
What is strange about Gatsby's parties?
There are always animals wandering around Gatsby's property.
Gatsby personally invited everyone to the party except Nick.
He doesn't know most of the people at his own party.
His parties always end up having bad weather and people leave early.
12
How can the Valley of Ashes be described?
A place where the middle class lives in NYC.
Where Tom & Daisy live.
A wealthy part of Long Island where famous people live.
A desolate (empty) wasteland where the poor live.
13
Who did Tom take Nick to meet?
Gatsby
Daisy
Myrtle
Owl Eyes
14
How do Gatsby and Nick know each other?
They met on a subway train in NYC.
They know each other from serving in the war.
They were family friends growing up together.
They were roommates in college.
15
True or False: George Wilson lives in the Valley of Ashes.
True
False
16
Tom is faithful to Daisy.
True
False
17
Nick thinks Jordan Baker is a very HONEST person.
True
False
18
One rumor about Gatsby is that he once killed a man.
True
False
19
In what way does Gatsby’s party reinforce his “new money” status?
Everything (food, decor, etc) at the party is excessive and flashy
He has an exclusive guest list and looks down on people from "old money"
He invites all types of people to his parties
20
What words best describe Tom Buchanan?
Kind, Polite, Poor, Humble
Rude, Rich, Athletic, Strong
Lazy, Mean, Unmotivated, Annoying
Happy, Outgoing, Friendly, Social
21
How would you describe Nick's house?
A small, cheap bungalow outside of NYC
A beach house in Florida
A house on the mountainside
a big mansion in California
22
What is George Wilson's profession?
He is Gatsby's servant at his party.
He works at a local library.
He fixes cars in the Valley of Ashes.
He is a financial advisor in NYC.

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