The Great Gatsby Chapters 4-6 Test Review

Front

What does the term 'caravansary' refer to?

Back

A large inn or rest stop for travelers, especially in the Middle East.

Front

Define 'labrynth'.

Back

An intricate structure of interconnecting passages; a maze.

Front

What does the green light on the dock symbolize for Gatsby?

Back

It symbolizes his vision of his future with Daisy.

Front

What does 'nebulous' mean?

Back

Cloudy, misty, or hazy; lacking a clear form or definition.

Front

Who is Klipspringer in 'The Great Gatsby'?

Back

He is the 'boarder' who always seems to be at Gatsby's house.

Front

What is the significance of the green light in the context of the American Dream?

Back

It represents Gatsby's unattainable dreams and desires, particularly his longing for Daisy.

Front

Explain the concept of 'the American Dream' as depicted in 'The Great Gatsby'.

Back

The belief that anyone can achieve success and prosperity through hard work, often critiqued in the novel.

Front

What role does the valley of ashes play in the novel?

Back

It symbolizes the moral and social decay resulting from the uninhibited pursuit of wealth.

Front

Define 'euphemism'.

Back

A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt.

Front

What does the character of Jay Gatsby represent?

Back

He represents the ideal of the self-made man and the pursuit of the American Dream.