The Great Gatsby Practice test 1

Front

What is the 'valley of ashes'?

Back

A barren, lower-middle class area separating New York from West Egg.

Front

What are the 'eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg'?

Back

An illustration on a billboard overlooking the valley of ashes.

Front

Who are Myrtle and George Wilson?

Back

Myrtle is Tom’s mistress. George is Myrtle’s husband.

Front

Why did Gatsby move to West Egg?

Back

To live in the house across from Daisy.

Front

What does Nick intend to do in New York?

Back

Become a bond salesman.

Front

What does the valley of ashes symbolize in the novel?

Back

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

Front

How does Gatsby's mansion reflect his character?

Back

It symbolizes his wealth and his desire to impress Daisy.

Front

What role does the green light play in Gatsby's life?

Back

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

Front

What is the significance of the character Nick Carraway?

Back

He serves as the narrator and provides a moral lens through which the story is viewed.

Front

How does Tom Buchanan represent the old money class?

Back

He embodies the arrogance and entitlement of the established wealthy elite.