Gatsby Chapter 2

Front

What change occurs in Myrtle's demeanor when she changes clothes in the New York City apartment?

Back

She shows hauteur and tries to act wealthy.

Front

Why doesn't Tom divorce Daisy according to Catherine?

Back

Because Daisy's Catholic.

Front

How did Mrs. Wilson realize she made a mistake when she married George?

Back

He had to borrow his best friend's suit for the wedding.

Front

What is the 'valley of ashes'?

Back

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

Front

What did Tom do to Myrtle when she mentioned Daisy’s name?

Back

He hit her and broke her nose.

Front

What does Myrtle's change in demeanor suggest about her character?

Back

It suggests she is trying to escape her lower-class status and adopt a more affluent persona.

Front

What does the valley of ashes symbolize in the context of the novel?

Back

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

Front

How does Tom's treatment of Myrtle reflect his character?

Back

It reflects his dominance, aggression, and lack of respect for women.

Front

What does Myrtle's desire for wealth indicate about her values?

Back

It indicates that she equates wealth with happiness and social status.

Front

How does the setting of New York City contrast with the other locations in the novel?

Back

New York City represents the bustling, chaotic pursuit of wealth, contrasting with the more tranquil settings of East and West Egg.