The Great Gatsby Character and Themes

The video provides an overview of Chapter 1 of The Great Gatsby, introducing key characters and settings. It explains the differences between West Egg and East Egg, highlighting the social dynamics and wealth disparities. The narrator, Nick Carraway, is introduced along with his background. The video also covers Daisy and Tom Buchanan's relationship, Jordan Baker's character, and the first glimpse of Jay Gatsby, setting the stage for the unfolding story.

What is one of the challenges of reading The Great Gatsby mentioned in the video?

• The book is not available in print.

• The book contains long and wordy sentences.

• The book has a complex plot structure.

• The book is written in a foreign language.

Who is the narrator of The Great Gatsby?

• Nick Carraway

• Tom Buchanan

• Daisy Buchanan

• Jay Gatsby

Where did Nick Carraway move from?

• Texas

• Florida

• California

• Minnesota

What is the main difference between West Egg and East Egg?

• West Egg is for tourists, East Egg is for locals.

• West Egg is new money, East Egg is old money.

• West Egg is for artists, East Egg is for businessmen.

• West Egg is a rural area, East Egg is urban.

How is Daisy Buchanan related to Nick Carraway?

• She is his cousin.

• She is his friend.

• She is his sister.

• She is his neighbor.

What is one of Tom Buchanan's negative traits mentioned in the video?

• He is generous.

• He is humble.

• He is racist.

• He is shy.

What sport is Jordan Baker associated with?

• Tennis

• Golf

• Swimming

• Basketball

What does the green light symbolize in the first chapter?

• Danger

• Hope and dreams

• Wealth

• Friendship