The Great Gatsby, Chapter 5

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What action does Nick take to provide privacy for Daisy and Gatsby?

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Nick goes outside to sit and think.

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What does Daisy attribute her tears to in Chapter 5?

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Daisy says she is crying because of the beauty of Gatsby's shirts.

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How long has it been since Gatsby and Daisy last met?

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It has been 5 years since Gatsby and Daisy have seen each other.

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What is Gatsby's emotional state when he meets Nick outside his house?

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Gatsby is nervous, eager for Nick to arrange a meeting with Daisy, and anxious about whether Nick will do it.

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How does Nick react to Gatsby's offer of compensation for his help?

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Nick is offended that Gatsby is offering to pay him for his help.

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What does the meeting between Gatsby and Daisy symbolize in the novel?

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The meeting symbolizes the rekindling of their past romance and the complexities of their relationship.

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What role does Nick play in Gatsby and Daisy's relationship?

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Nick acts as a mediator and facilitator for Gatsby and Daisy's reunion.

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How does the theme of wealth manifest in Chapter 5?

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Wealth is illustrated through Gatsby's extravagant shirts and the emotional response they evoke in Daisy.

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What does Gatsby's nervousness reveal about his character?

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Gatsby's nervousness reveals his vulnerability and deep feelings for Daisy.

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What is the significance of the passage of time in Gatsby and Daisy's relationship?

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The passage of time highlights the changes in their lives and the impact of their past on their present.