Gatsby chapters 6 & 7

Front

What event occurs when Daisy is driving Gatsby's car?

Back

Daisy runs over Myrtle while driving Gatsby's car.

Front

Where is Gatsby originally from?

Back

Gatsby is from North Dakota.

Front

What does Gatsby claim about his parents?

Back

Gatsby claims his parents were rich people, but they were really poor farmers.

Front

What do Tom and Daisy do when observed from outside their house?

Back

Tom and Daisy are seen talking and eating chicken.

Front

How does Gatsby feel about meeting Daisy's daughter, Pamela?

Back

Gatsby is surprised to see Daisy's daughter, Pamela.

Front

What is the significance of Gatsby's background in the story?

Back

Gatsby's background highlights themes of identity and the American Dream.

Front

How does Daisy's reaction to the accident reflect her character?

Back

Daisy's reaction shows her complexity and the consequences of her choices.

Front

What does the car symbolize in the context of the story?

Back

The car symbolizes wealth, status, and the recklessness of the characters.

Front

What role does the setting of New York City play in the narrative?

Back

New York City serves as a backdrop for the characters' desires and moral decay.

Front

How does Fitzgerald use imagery in chapters 6 and 7?

Back

Fitzgerald uses vivid imagery to enhance themes of illusion and reality.