The Great Gatsby - Chapter 1

What did the narrator have a conviction (strong feeling) about?

• That life was ending

• That life was beginning over again

• That life was monotonous

• That life was unpredictable

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How does the narrator feel about reserving judgments?

• It is a sign of weakness.

• It is a matter of infinite hope.

• It is unnecessary.

• It is a waste of time.

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What is the name of the less fashionable area where the narrator lived?

• East Egg

• West Egg

• North Egg

• South Egg

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What was the Buchanan mansion's garden described as?

• A small courtyard

• More than forty acres of lawn and garden

• A simple backyard

• A rooftop garden

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Who was the mansion (near Nick) inhabited by?

• A famous actor

• A wealthy businessman

• A gentleman named Gatsby

• A renowned artist

What sport did Tom Buchanan play at New Haven?

• Basketball

• Baseball

• Football

• Tennis

What did Tom Buchanan bring from Lake Forest?

• A collection of cars

• A string of polo ponies

• A yacht

• A mansion

How does the narrator describe the way Tom Buchanan came east?

• Quietly and discreetly

• In a fashion that took your breath away

• Secretly and mysteriously

• Slowly and cautiously

What did Tom say about his place?

• "It's a terrible place."

• "I've got a nice place here."

• "This place is too small."

• "I don't like this place."

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What effect did the breeze have in the room?

• It made the room colder.

• It blew curtains in and out like pale flags.

• It knocked over a vase.

• It made the lights flicker.

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