Gatsby Ch. 1- Dkruger

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Quiz for chapter one of The Great Gatsby.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Who is the narrator of the book?

    • A. 

      Dan Cody

    • B. 

      Jay Gatsby

    • C. 

      Nick Carraway

    • D. 

      George Wilson

    Correct Answer
    C. Nick Carraway
    Explanation
    Nick Carraway is the narrator of the book. This can be inferred from the fact that the story is told from his perspective, and he is the one who provides insights into the events and characters throughout the narrative. As the narrator, Nick Carraway offers a firsthand account of Jay Gatsby's life and the events that unfold in the novel, making him the most likely candidate for the role of the narrator.

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  • 2. 

    Where is Nick Carraway from?

    • A. 

      Maine

    • B. 

      Minnesota

    • C. 

      Michigan

    • D. 

      Montana

    Correct Answer
    B. Minnesota
    Explanation
    Nick Carraway is from Minnesota. This information is revealed in the novel "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, where Nick Carraway is the narrator and protagonist of the story. He mentions his Midwestern background and specifically states that he is from Minnesota.

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  • 3. 

    When does the story take place?

    • A. 

      1890's

    • B. 

      1900's

    • C. 

      1910's

    • D. 

      1920's

    Correct Answer
    D. 1920's
    Explanation
    The story takes place in the 1920's.

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  • 4. 

    What is Daisy in relation to Nick?

    • A. 

      Wife

    • B. 

      Sister

    • C. 

      Cousin

    • D. 

      Daughter

    Correct Answer
    C. Cousin
    Explanation
    Daisy is Nick's cousin.

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  • 5. 

    Where did Nick Carraway graduate from?

    • A. 

      Yale

    • B. 

      Oxford

    • C. 

      Harvard

    • D. 

      Princeton

    Correct Answer
    A. Yale
    Explanation
    Nick Carraway, the narrator of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel "The Great Gatsby," graduated from Yale. This information is significant because it adds to the character's background and credibility as a well-educated individual. Yale is a prestigious Ivy League university known for its rigorous academic programs, so Carraway's graduation from there suggests that he is intelligent and has a strong educational foundation.

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  • 6. 

    Why doesn't Nick judge Gatsby harshly?

    • A. 

      Nick is in love with Gatsby

    • B. 

      Gatsby embodies everything that Nick admires about the human spirit

    • C. 

      Nick is attracted to Gatsby's personality

    • D. 

      Gatsby has dirt on Nick

    Correct Answer
    C. Nick is attracted to Gatsby's personality
    Explanation
    Nick doesn't judge Gatsby harshly because he is attracted to Gatsby's personality. This suggests that Nick sees positive qualities in Gatsby that make him overlook any negative aspects or flaws. Nick's attraction to Gatsby's personality may make him more forgiving and understanding, leading him to view Gatsby in a more favorable light.

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  • 7. 

    Where does Nick live in the summer of 1922?

    • A. 

      West Egg

    • B. 

      East Egg

    • C. 

      Manhattan

    • D. 

      Minneapolis

    Correct Answer
    A. West Egg
    Explanation
    In the summer of 1922, Nick lives in West Egg.

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  • 8. 

    How does Nick differ from other people in his neighborhood?

    • A. 

      He does not have sophisticated manners

    • B. 

      He does not wear stylish clothes

    • C. 

      He does not come from a wealthy family

    • D. 

      He is well connected and attended a prestigious school

    Correct Answer
    D. He is well connected and attended a prestigious school
    Explanation
    Nick differs from other people in his neighborhood because he is well connected and attended a prestigious school. This suggests that he has a higher social status and possibly has access to more opportunities and resources compared to others in his neighborhood. His connections and education likely set him apart from his neighbors and contribute to his unique position in the community.

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  • 9. 

    Whom does Jordan suggest Tom is talking to on the phone?

    • A. 

      His lover

    • B. 

      His father

    • C. 

      His bookie

    • D. 

      Gatsby

    Correct Answer
    A. His lover
    Explanation
    Jordan suggests that Tom is talking to his lover on the phone. This can be inferred from the fact that "His lover" is the most plausible option among the given choices. The other options, such as his father, his bookie, or Gatsby, do not fit the context of the question or the relationship dynamics between the characters. Therefore, it can be concluded that Jordan's suggestion is that Tom is speaking to his romantic partner.

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  • 10. 

    What is Gatsby doing the first time Nick sees him?

    • A. 

      Playing golf

    • B. 

      Hosting a party

    • C. 

      Looking out over the water

    • D. 

      Hitting on Daisy

    Correct Answer
    C. Looking out over the water
    Explanation
    The correct answer is looking out over the water. This implies that Gatsby is standing or positioned near a body of water, possibly a lake or a river, and he is gazing or observing the water. This suggests a sense of contemplation or reflection on Gatsby's part, possibly indicating his longing or yearning for something beyond what is immediately visible. This scene also sets a tone of mystery and intrigue around Gatsby's character, as it hints at his enigmatic personality and his desire for something more in life.

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