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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why can’t Nick get through to Gatsby on the phone after his conversation with Jordan?
(a) Gatsby disconnected his phone.
(b) Gatsby’s line is held open for a call from Detroit.
(c) Gatsby is on the phone with Mr. Wilson.
(d) Gatsby is on the phone with Daisy.

3. What item does Wilson find wrapped up in the drawer that upsets him?
(a) An expensive dog leash.
(b) A pearl necklace.
(c) A diamond ring.
(d) A letter from Myrtle.

4. What is Daisy’s emotional state as the day goes on?
(a) She is resolved and courageous.
(b) She is frightened and despairing.
(c) She is cruel and stubborn.
(d) She is excited and happy.

5. What does Gatsby say to Nick at two minutes to four?
(a) He is bored.
(b) He is going home.
(c) He is hungry.
(d) He would like some brandy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the condition of the narrator’s house?

2. How long did it take Gatsby to earn enough money to buy his mansion?

3. What is Gatsby’s answer when Tom asks him when he went to Oxford?

4. Who stays with Mr. Wilson until dawn after his wife’s death?

5. Why does Gatsby drift toward strangers?

(see the answer key)

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