Great Gatsby Test

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Describe the narrator's house in 'The Great Gatsby'.

Back

It is a weatherbeaten bungalow squeezed between the mansions.

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What does Miss Baker reveal about Tom Buchanan?

Back

Tom is having an affair.

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How is Gatsby first introduced in the novel?

Back

He is mentioned in a conversation between Nick and Jordan. Later Nick sees him on the lawn in the moonlight.

Front

What is the 'valley of ashes'?

Back

A barren, lower-middle class area separating East Egg from West Egg.

Front

Who does Tom take Nick to meet?

Back

His mistress.

Front

What does the green light symbolize in 'The Great Gatsby'?

Back

Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future, particularly his desire for Daisy.

Front

What is the significance of the eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg?

Back

They symbolize the eyes of God watching over the moral decay of society.

Front

How does Gatsby's wealth affect his relationships?

Back

It creates a barrier between him and genuine connections, leading to loneliness.

Front

What role does the setting play in 'The Great Gatsby'?

Back

The contrasting settings of East Egg and West Egg highlight social class differences.

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What is the theme of the American Dream in 'The Great Gatsby'?

Back

The novel critiques the idea that wealth and success lead to happiness.