The Great Gatsby Quiz: Chapters 1-2

Who is the narrator of "The Great Gatsby" in chapters 1-2?

• Jay Gatsby

• Nick Carraway

• Daisy Buchanan

• Tom Buchanan

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Where does Nick Carraway live in the beginning of the novel?

• East Egg

• West Egg

• New York City

• Chicago

Identify the character who is described as having "an extraordinary gift for hope" in chapter 1.

• Tom Buchanan

• Jay Gatsby

• Nick Carraway

• Jordan Baker

Summarize the key event that takes place at Tom Buchanan's house in chapter 1.

• A lavish party is held.

• Tom breaks Myrtle's nose.

• Nick meets Jordan Baker and learns about Tom's affair.

• Gatsby invites Nick to his party.

Where is the setting in the first chapter of "The Great Gatsby"?

• A bustling New York City street

• The luxurious mansion of Jay Gatsby

• The Buchanan's home in East Egg

• A small apartment in West Egg

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Describe the relationship between Tom Buchanan and Daisy Buchanan as introduced in chapters 1-2.

• They are business partners.

• They are siblings.

• They are married but have a strained relationship.

• They are strangers.

Who is Tom Buchanan's mistress mentioned in chapter 2?

• Daisy Buchanan

• Jordan Baker

• Myrtle Wilson

• Catherine

Where is the setting at the beginning of chapter 2 in "The Great Gatsby"?

• The Valley of Ashes

• Gatsby's mansion

• A hotel in New York City

• Nick's cottage in West Egg

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What significant event occurs at the apartment in New York City in chapter 2?

• Tom and Myrtle have a violent argument.

• Gatsby throws a party.

• Nick meets Daisy for the first time.

• Tom proposes to Myrtle.

How does Nick Carraway describe his own personality in the beginning of the novel?

• As judgmental and critical

• As tolerant and non-judgmental

• As ambitious and driven

• As shy and introverted