The Great Gatsby Ch. 7 Flashcard

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What color is Gatsby's car that hits Myrtle?

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Yellow

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What does Tom discover about Daisy and Gatsby's past relationship in Chapter 7?

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They had been romantically involved before Daisy married Tom.

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What are Daisy and Tom doing at the end of chapter 7?

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They are talking and conspiring at the dinner table.

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Why does Gatsby stop throwing parties?

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He is only interested in Daisy.

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What event takes place at Tom and Daisy Buchanan's home in Chapter 7?

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A dinner party.

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What does the color yellow symbolize in The Great Gatsby?

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Wealth, corruption, and the moral decay of society.

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How does Gatsby's obsession with Daisy affect his actions in Chapter 7?

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He becomes more focused on winning her back, leading to reckless decisions.

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What is the significance of the Plaza Hotel confrontation?

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It reveals the tensions between Tom, Gatsby, and Daisy, leading to the climax of the story.

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How does Fitzgerald use weather to reflect the mood in Chapter 7?

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The oppressive heat symbolizes the rising tensions and emotions among the characters.

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What role does Myrtle Wilson play in Gatsby's and Tom's lives?

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She represents the consequences of their actions and the impact of their desires.