The Great Gatsby Character and Symbolism

The video introduces Chapter 1 of The Great Gatsby, focusing on setting the scene and introducing key characters. Nick Carraway, the narrator, moves to New York to become a bond salesman. The differences between West Egg and East Egg are highlighted, with West Egg representing new money and East Egg old money. Key characters like Daisy and Tom Buchanan, and Jordan Baker are introduced, along with their traits and relationships. The chapter ends with a mysterious glimpse of Jay Gatsby and the symbolic green light.

What is one of the main challenges of reading The Great Gatsby according to the video?

• The book is too short.

• The book has no plot.

• The sentences are long and wordy.

• The book is written in a foreign language.

Who is the narrator of The Great Gatsby?

• Tom Buchanan

• Daisy Buchanan

• Nick Carraway

• Jay Gatsby

Where did Nick Carraway move from?

• Texas

• Florida

• Minnesota

• California

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

• West Egg is in the city, East Egg is in the countryside.

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

• West Egg is a poor area, East Egg is a rich area.

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

Who lives in East Egg?

• Nick Carraway

• The Buchanans

• Jay Gatsby

• Jordan Baker

What is Daisy Buchanan's relationship to Nick Carraway?

• Neighbor

• Sister

• Friend

• Cousin

What does Daisy Buchanan consider the best thing a girl can be?

• A successful businesswoman

• A beautiful little fool

• An independent thinker

• A loving mother

What is Tom Buchanan's attitude towards race?

• He is a civil rights activist.

• He is indifferent to race.

• He is a white supremacist.

• He is supportive of all races.

What sport did Tom Buchanan play?

• Baseball

• Football

• Basketball

• Tennis

What is Jordan Baker's profession?

• Pro golfer

• Painter

• Writer

• Actress