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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long did it take Gatsby to earn enough money to buy his mansion?
(a) Five months
(b) Ten years.
(c) Three months.
(d) Three years.

2. Why does Nick go over to Gatsby’s house on Saturday night to check on him?
(a) Gatsby’s house is in darkness.
(b) Nick hears screaming.
(c) Nick does not see Gatsby in the yard.
(d) Gatsby’s maid calls Nick on the phone.

3. How does the narrator describe his cousin’s face?
(a) Humorless.
(b) Happy and bright.
(c) Aged and lonely.
(d) Sad and lovely.

4. Why does Tom feel panicked when he leaves Wilson’s garage?
(a) He thinks he is losing both his wife and mistress.
(b) He realizes he loves Jordan.
(c) He cannot steer the car.
(d) He thinks Daisy is in love with Nick.

5. What is one of the last things Mr. Wilson says to Myrtle?
(a) I am leaving you.
(b) You can fool me but not God.
(c) You are the love of my life.
(d) You are my best friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long are Daisy and Gatsby in love before he goes off to war?

2. Why does the police officer apologize to Gatsby after stopping him for speeding?

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

4. What is Gatsby’s reaction to the afternoon tea with Daisy?

5. What does Gatsby do when he realizes that Nick does not make much money?

(see the answer key)

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