Week #9 Quiz: 11th grade TGG Chapter 6 & Vocab.

Analyze Gatsby’s reinvention of himself as James Gatz. How does this transformation reflect the American Dream, and what does it reveal about his character?

Choose the best option.

• It shows that anyone can achieve success through hard work and determination.

• It suggests that Gatsby's dream is built on illusion rather than reality.

• It proves that Gatsby's wealth is inherited, not earned.

• It demonstrates that Gatsby lacks ambition.

How does the revelation of Gatsby’s past challenge the reader’s perception of him?

• It confirms that Gatsby is just as mysterious as before.

• It shows that Gatsby is more powerful than Tom Buchanan

• It suggests that Gatsby is indifferent to Daisy.

• It undermines the idea that he is truly self-made.

When Tom visits Gatsby’s party, he feels uncomfortable and critical. What does this reaction reveal about Tom’s values?

• Tom admires Gatsby’s wealth but is jealous.

• Tom believes Gatsby’s social class is inferior and dislikes its extravagance.

• Tom is intrigued by Gatsby’s lifestyle and wants to learn from him.

• Tom is indifferent to Gatsby’s party and enjoys himself.

Which sentence best illustrates the meaning of “Aesthetic” in Chapter 6?

• Gatsby’s house was aesthetically pleasing, though it lacked warmth.

• Tom’s aesthetic sense was based on money rather than beauty.

• Gatsby’s aesthetic appreciation of Daisy led him to throw extravagant parties.

• All of the above

When Gatsby refuses to give up his dream of being with Daisy, he refuses to ____ the past.

• Relinquish

• Derange

• Solidify

• Magnanimous

In Chapter 6, Gatsby tells Nick, "Can’t repeat the past? Why of course you can!" What does this statement reveal about Gatsby’s understanding of time and reality?

• Gatsby believes he can control and reshape the past to fit his dream.

• Gatsby has accepted that time moves forward and cannot be changed.

• Gatsby realizes that Daisy will never leave Tom for him.

• Gatsby acknowledges that wealth does not bring happiness.

How does Fitzgerald use the contrast between Gatsby and Tom in Chapter 6 to comment on social class?

• Gatsby and Tom both represent the same level of wealth and power.

• Gatsby’s rise to wealth represents the new money class, while Tom embodies old money privilege.

• Tom respects Gatsby’s success but fears his influence over Daisy.

• Fitzgerald suggests that Gatsby’s wealth gives him more social acceptance than Tom.