The Great Gatsby CBA Review

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At the beginning of the novel, Nick recounts a conversation with his father. What does his father tell him to remember?

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Remember that all of the people in this world haven't had the advantages you've had.

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How does Nick describe Gatsby?

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Gatsby had an extraordinary gift for hope, and a romantic readiness.

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From where does Nick come and why?

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Nick comes from the Midwest to study the bond business.

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Describe Nick's house.

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It is a weatherbeaten bungalow squeezed between the mansions.

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Describe the Buchanan's house.

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It is a formal and traditional colonial Georgian mansion.

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How does Nick know Daisy and Tom?

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Daisy and Nick are cousins. Nick and Tom knew each other from school.

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Describe Tom. What impression do readers have of him after reading Chapter 1?

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He has an athletic build and an arrogant attitude. He is an old-money snob.

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What kind of person is Daisy?

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Daisy is flighty and very superficial.

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What did Miss Baker tell Nick about Tom?

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Tom is having an affair.

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When asked about her daughter, what does Daisy say?

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"I hope she's a beautiful little fool."