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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Tom find out about Gatsby’s drugstores in Chicago?
(a) He bootlegged grain alcohol from them.
(b) They were bankrupt.
(c) They were a front for illegal gambling.
(d) They were making a fortune.

2. What does Gatsby do when he realizes that Nick does not make much money?
(a) Tells Nick he should get out of the bond business.
(b) Gives Nick one hundred dollars.
(c) Offers Nick a job.
(d) Gives Nick a new car.

3. What brings Nick to Mr. Gatsby’s mansion for the first time?
(a) Mr. Gatsby comes to Nick’s door to invite him.
(b) The chauffeur hands Nick a handwritten invitation.
(c) Nick receives and invitation in the mail.
(d) One of Mr. Gatsby’s maids delivers an invitation.

4. What is Gatsby’s financial state when he returns from France?
(a) Wealthy.
(b) Penniless.
(c) Comfortable income.
(d) Up and coming.

5. What does Jordan admit to Nick about their previous conversation on the phone?
(a) She never should have called him.
(b) She was sorry she was so rude.
(c) She wanted to tell him that she loved him.
(d) She could not believe he had thrown her over.

Short Answer Questions

1. What tumultuous event happens not far from Gatsby’s mansion after the party?

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

3. How do Tom’s acquaintances feel about him bringing a mistress to popular restaurants?

4. How does Gatsby amuse himself as he waits for Daisy’s call?

5. What were two of Gatsby’s jobs after he left his parent’s home?

(see the answer key)

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