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The Great Gatsby Ch 4-5 Quiz

Total questions: 19

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Why does Nick initially find Gatsby's story "threadbare" or unbelievable?

a)

Because Gatsby's story is too detailed

b)

Because Gatsby's story lacks evidence

c)

Because Gatsby's story is too short

d)

Because Gatsby's story is too believable

2.

What impression does Nick get from his luncheon with Wolfsheim?

a)

Gatsby's fortune is entirely legitimate

b)

Gatsby might be involved in organized crime

c)

Gatsby is a famous actor

d)

Gatsby is a war hero

3.

What does Nick eventually accept about Gatsby's story?

a)

It is entirely false

b)

It is partially true

c)

It is completely true

d)

It is irrelevant

4.

What does the green light symbolize for Gatsby in Chapter 4?

a)

His wealth and success

b)

His love for Daisy

c)

His friendship with Nick

d)

His past life

5.

How is Gatsby described in Jordan's story?

a)

As a wealthy businessman

b)

As a lovesick, innocent young soldier

c)

As a mysterious stranger

d)

As a reckless driver

6.

What does the green light represent overall, according to many critics?

a)

The American dream

b)

The end of an era

c)

The loss of innocence

d)

The rise of technology

7.

What does Gatsby propose that offends Nick?

a)

To join him in a business venture

b)

To move in with him

c)

To attend a party

d)

To meet Daisy

8.

Describe Daisy and Gatsby’s meeting.

a)

Awkward and tense

b)

Joyful and relaxed

c)

Angry and confrontational

d)

Indifferent and cold

9.

How does Nick catch Gatsby in a lie?

a)

By asking about his family

b)

By questioning his wealth

c)

By inquiring about his education

d)

By mentioning Tom

10.

Why do you think Daisy cries when she sees all of Gatsby’s beautiful shirts?

a)

She is overwhelmed by their beauty

b)

She regrets her past decisions

c)

She is allergic to the fabric

d)

She is reminded of her own wealth

11.

Why is Klipspringer unable to refuse Gatsby’s request that he play the piano? Why is the song “Ain’t We Got Fun?” both appropriate and ironic?

a)

He is a professional pianist; the song is about wealth

b)

He lives at Gatsby’s house; the song is about carefree living

c)

He is a guest at the party; the song is about love

d)

He is Daisy’s friend; the song is about happiness

12.

This chapter is often seen as the beginning of Gatsby’s downfall. Give examples to support this.

a)

The origin of his wealth is questioned

b)

His relationship with Daisy is strained

c)

His past is revealed

d)

His business fails

13.

What quality does Nick claim to possess along with honesty?

a)

Tolerance

b)

Courage

c)

Intelligence

d)

Humor

14.

What does Nick facilitate in Chapter 5?

a)

Tom's business success

b)

Daisy's extramarital affair

c)

Gatsby's financial growth

d)

Myrtle's career

15.

At the end of Chapter 5, what does the green light at the end of Daisy's dock symbolize for Gatsby?

a)

His lost wealth

b)

His unattainable dream

c)

His friendship with Nick

d)

His past life

16.

What is the reason given for Daisy falling short of Gatsby's dreams?

a)

Daisy reminds Gatsby that she has a daughter

b)

The colossal vitality of his illusion

c)

Lack of effort

d)

External circumstances

17.

What is the main conflict in Chapter 5 and how does it drive the plot forward?

a)

The tension between Gatsby's desire to reunite with Daisy and the obstacles that stand in their way

b)

The conflict between Nick and Jordan over their differing values and class status

c)

The tension between Gatsby and Tom over Daisy's affection for both

d)

The struggle between Daisy and Myrtle for Tom's attention and massive wealth

18.

What does Gatsby's plan to show Daisy his house symbolize about his character?

a)

His desire to impress Daisy with his wealth

b)

His interest in real estate and business ventures

c)

His hope to reconnect Nick with Jordan

d)

His wish to sell his house and disappear with Daisy

19.

What does the weather symbolize during Daisy and Gatsby's reunion at Nick's house?

a)

The stormy relationship between Daisy and Gatsby

b)

The clearing of misunderstandings between them

c)

Gatsby's turbulent emotions and Daisy's sunny disposition

d)

Daisy's cold and distant nature blowing away Gatsby's dreams