Gatsby's Beliefs and Relationships

Chapter 6 explores Gatsby's past, revealing his transformation from a poor youth to a wealthy man. His mentor, Dan Cody, influenced his aspirations. Despite his wealth, Gatsby's parties fail to win Daisy's love, leading to his disappointment. He remains fixated on recreating the past, despite Nick's warnings that it is impossible.

What does Chapter 6 primarily explore about Gatsby?

• His relationship with Tom

• His past and rise to wealth

• His business ventures

• His future aspirations

Why does Gatsby stop throwing his extravagant parties?

• He is tired of the guests

• He runs out of money

• He is disappointed by Daisy's lack of response

• He wants to move to a new city

What is revealed about Gatsby's true background?

• He was born into a wealthy family

• He was a famous actor

• He was born James Gats on a farm in North Dakota

• He was a war hero

Who was Dan Cody in Gatsby's life?

• A copper magnate and mentor

• A childhood friend

• A rival businessman

• His father

What significant change did Gatsby make to improve his life?

• He adopted a new persona and changed his name

• He married a wealthy woman

• He started a new business

• He moved to Europe

What happened to the inheritance Cody promised Gatsby?

• Gatsby received it in full

• It was lost in a legal battle

• Gatsby was cheated out of it

• It was donated to charity

What does Gatsby believe about the past?

• It should be forgotten

• It is a source of regret

• It can be repeated and recreated

• It is irrelevant to the present

How does Nick feel about Gatsby's belief in recreating the past?

• He is indifferent

• He is skeptical and doubts its possibility

• He fully supports it

• He is inspired by it

What is Tom Buchanan's reaction to Gatsby's party?

• He is indifferent

• He wants to host a similar party

• He thinks it is tasteless and vulgar

• He finds it exciting

What does Daisy wish about Gatsby's party guests?

• That they were more famous

• That they were more fashionable

• That they were people she knew

• That they were more generous