The Great Gatsby Chapter 1 Quiz

Who is the narrator of Chapter 1 in "The Great Gatsby"?

• Jay Gatsby

• Nick Carraway

• Daisy Buchanan

• Tom Buchanan

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which character is described as having "a cruel body" in Chapter 1?

• Jay Gatsby

• Nick Carraway

• Daisy Buchanan

• Tom Buchanan

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Summarize the main event that takes place at the Buchanan's house in Chapter 1.

• A lavish party is thrown by Gatsby.

• Nick has dinner with Tom, Daisy, and Jordan.

• Nick meets Gatsby for the first time.

• Tom and Daisy announce their divorce.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

East Egg is described as (a)   in Chapter 1.

• A bustling city with skyscrapers.
• A fashionable and wealthy area.
• A rural countryside with farms.
• A small, impoverished town.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What motivates Nick Carraway to move to West Egg?

• To pursue a career in finance.

• To escape his family.

• To find love.

• To write a novel.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze Tom Buchanan's behavior during the dinner in Chapter 1. What does it reveal about his character?

• He is kind and considerate.

• He is indifferent and aloof.

• He is aggressive and domineering.

• He is shy and reserved.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What theme is introduced through the conversation about the book Tom is reading?

• The American Dream

• Racism and white supremacy

• Love and romance

• Wealth and materialism

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does the green light symbolize at the end of Chapter 1?

• Wealth and prosperity

• Hope and dreams

• Danger and caution

• Love and passion

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Identify the character who is described as having (a)   "a voice full of money."

• Daisy Buchanan
• Jordan Baker
• Myrtle Wilson
• Catherine

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What does the term 'languidly' most closely mean?

• Energetically

• Slowly and relaxed

• Angrily

• Quickly and efficiently