The Great Gatsby Chapters 1 & 2 comprehension test

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What did Daisy hope for her daughter at her birth?

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Daisy hoped her daughter would be a beautiful little fool.

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Who scolded Mr. McKee after he left the apartment with Nick?

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The elevator boy scolded Mr. McKee.

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What rumor did Tom and Daisy tell Nick they had heard about him?

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They heard the rumor that Nick had been engaged.

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What shape do the two islands east of New York resemble?

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The two islands are shaped like eggs.

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What does George think Myrtle visits in New York?

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George thinks Myrtle visits her sister.

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What is the significance of the term 'fool' in Daisy's hope for her daughter?

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It reflects Daisy's belief that ignorance is bliss in a superficial society.

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How does Nick Carraway's perspective influence the narrative of The Great Gatsby?

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Nick's perspective provides a moral lens through which the events of the story are interpreted.

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What does the apartment symbolize in the context of Tom and Myrtle's relationship?

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The apartment symbolizes the illicit and superficial nature of their affair.

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How does Fitzgerald use the setting of New York to contrast with West Egg?

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New York represents the vibrant, chaotic life of the wealthy, contrasting with the more subdued, old-money atmosphere of West Egg.

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What role does gossip play in the social dynamics of The Great Gatsby?

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Gossip serves to reveal character motivations and societal values, influencing relationships and perceptions.