Chapter 3
1. Read the following quote, “But the two or three people of whom I asked his whereabouts
stared at me in such an amazed way…” What does this show about Gatsby?
This shows that Gatsby must not introduce himself to his guest and it’s a rarity to know him.
2. What does this sentence mean? “A tray of cocktails floated at us through the twilight, and we
sat down at a table with the two girls in yellow and three men, each one introduced to us as Mr.
Mumble.”
This shows us that there was so much alcohol at the party that, they were all drunk, they were
mumbling.
3. What are some of the rumours that surround Gatsby? What does this show about the people
at the party, and what does this show about Gatsby?
Some rumours at the party were that Gatsby was a German spy in the war, and another was
that Gatsby is an oxford scholar that killed a man.
4. How does Gatsby’s party further differentiate East Egg and West Egg?
Gatsby lives in the West Egg, which is new money but he is known for his elaborate parties but
nothing more, no one knows what he does or where he comes from it’s all rumours. So Gatsby’s
party further differentiates east and west egg because it shows that the people in West egg are
new and unknown and East egg is old n=money and everyone knows everyone else’s business,
for example, Tom’s affair.
5. How does Gatsby smile at Nick? Why is this important?
Gatsby gives Nick a genuine smile and he shows him that Gatsby is reassuring, for nick this
shows him that Gatsby is a genuine and honest person.
6. What literary term is the following, “And I like large parties. They’re so intimate. At small
parties there isn’t any privacy.” Explain how this could be.
Jordan like large parties so she can blend in and that’s why she considers them intimate. At a
small party, everyone is usually very accounted for and you never lose track of what’s going on
and who’s doing what.
Chapter 4
1. What is the purpose of listing all the names at the beginning of chapter 4?
By listing the names at the beginning of chapter 4 you get a sense of the type of people that go
to Gatsby’s parties and that their interest lies with going to Gatsby’s parties not actually Gatsby.
2. What does Nick find disappointing about Gatsby?
Nick finds it disappointing that Gatsby does not talk a lot, he has so much buzz around his
parties and lifestyle or rumours as to where he came from or what he does but little to say about
himself, or at least to Nick.
3. Name two events that Gatsby tells Nick about that Nick finds suspect. What proof does
Gatsby offer?
Nick is suspect that he comes from a prominent family, went to Oxford and is allied by multiple
governments. Gatsby’s proof was a photo of him in the oxford cricket whites and a medal ftom
the government of Montenegro.
4. Explain the incident between Gatsby and the police officer.
Gatsby was speeding and he showed the officer a white card, so the officer left him alone for
speeding because it shows that he is in good terms with the police and cannot be punished.
5. Nick says, “Even Gatsby could happen, without any particular wonder.” What does this
mean?
This means that anything can happen because they are in the land of money and there’s so
much possibility.
6. What happened to Rosy Rosenthal? Why would this information be revealed to the reader?
Rosy Rosenthal was shot by gangsters outside the old Metropole after he was warned not to go
out. This relevant to the reader because it’s a look into Gatsby’s life and overall what he’s gone
through.
7. What did Meyer Wolfsheim do? What does this show?
Meyer Wolfsheim is in some kind of organized crime and it gives Nick the feeling that Gatsby’s
wealth may not come from good because him and Gatsby are heavily associated.
8. Who else do the men see at the restaurant? Not much else is mentioned about this event, so
why is this information revealed?
The men see Tom and Gatsby runs off as if he’s scared of Tom or is hiding something about
him.
9. Explain Daisy and Jordan’s relationship.
Daisy and Jordan are extremely close, they make fun of each other and that leads me to believe
they’re very close friends.
10. What does Daisy do the night before her wedding, and what does she say?
Daisy got extremely drunk before her wedding cried and threw away pearls from Tom due to
the regret of not being able to be with Gatsby.
12. Why did Gatsby buy his house?
Gatsby bought his house to be close to Daisy.
13. According to Jordan, what does Gatsby want Nick to do?
Gatsby wants to invite Daisy over without her knowing that Gatsby is there so that he can talk to
Daisy alone.
14. During their conversation, what happens between Nick and Jordan?
Nick ends up being very close with Jordan and holds her.
