Gatsby Chs. 1-7 Review

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What did Gatsby ask Nick to do regarding Daisy?

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Gatsby wanted Nick to arrange a luncheon meeting between himself and Daisy.

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Were Gatsby's parents wealthy?

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False, Gatsby's parents were not rich.

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What was Myrtle's consequence for using Daisy's name in front of Tom?

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Myrtle got slapped in the face and had her nose broken.

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Where does Nick live?

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Nick lives in West Egg.

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Who narrates The Great Gatsby?

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Nick is the narrator of The Great Gatsby.

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What is the significance of the green light in The Great Gatsby?

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The green light represents Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future, particularly his desire for Daisy.

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What does the Valley of Ashes symbolize?

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The Valley of Ashes symbolizes the moral and social decay resulting from the uninhibited pursuit of wealth.

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How does Gatsby's background influence his character?

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Gatsby's humble beginnings drive his ambition and desire to reinvent himself.

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What role does the character of Jordan Baker play in the story?

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Jordan Baker serves as a love interest for Nick and represents the modern woman of the 1920s.

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What does the character of Tom Buchanan represent?

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Tom Buchanan represents the old money elite and the arrogance that comes with privilege.