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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the first thing Nick does when he arrives at Gatsby’s party?
(a) Goes to the bar.
(b) Goes to the buffet table.
(c) Tries to find Daisy.
(d) Tries to find his host.

2. Why does Nick look familiar to Gatsby?
(a) He was Nick’s commanding officer in France.
(b) He recognizes Nick from the war in Germany.
(c) He sees Nick around town.
(d) He recognizes Nick from the war in France.

3. What is one of the rumors about Gatsby that his guests talk about?
(a) He dislikes children.
(b) He has a secret wife.
(c) He had a nervous breakdown.
(d) He once killed someone.

4. What career does the narrator decide to pursue after he returns from the Great War?
(a) Acting.
(b) The bond business.
(c) Become a coffee merchant.
(d) Art.

5. Where does the narrator rent a house when he goes east?
(a) East Egg.
(b) Upper Manhattan.
(c) Long Island Sound.
(d) New York City.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Catherine confide to Nick regarding Myrtle and Tom?

2. Who is Jordan’s escort to Gatsby’s party?

3. What is Tom Buchanan’s view of racial equality?

4. What is Mrs. Wilson’s reaction when Mrs. McKee compliments her dress?

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

(see the answer key)

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