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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Lucille tears her dress at one of Gatsby’s parties, what does he do?
(a) Tells her she is to blame.
(b) Buys her a new dress.
(c) Tells her he is not responsible.
(d) Gives her his sweater to wear.

2. Why does Nick decide not to call out to Gatsby when he sees him standing outside?
(a) Gatsby looks distraught.
(b) Gatsby seems content to be alone.
(c) A young lady joins Gatsby.
(d) Gatsby looks annoyed by something.

3. What does Myrtle Wilson buy from an old man as she waits in a taxicab in New York City?
(a) The daily newspaper.
(b) A puppy.
(c) A bouquet of roses.
(d) A roasted chestnut.

4. What gossip does Miss Baker share with Nick when Daisy leaves the room?
(a) Daisy is pregnant.
(b) Daisy has a boyfriend in New York.
(c) Tom has a mistress in New York.
(d) Tom lost his job.

5. What does Nick observe from his home as he gazes at Mr. Gatsby’s mansion during summer days?
(a) Guests swimming, boating and sunning.
(b) Mr. Gatsby on his beach alone.
(c) A few guests strolling in the garden.
(d) Mr. Gatsby reading quietly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following adjectives best describes Mr. Wilson?

2. How does Nick feel when he senses Daisy’s insincerity and sees the smirk on her face?

3. What does Nick think the young Englishmen at Gatsby’s party are selling?

4. What lie does Catherine tell about Daisy?

5. How do Tom and Mrs. Wilson remain discreet on the train to New York?

(see the answer key)

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