AO1 ~ Jordan Flashcards
(9 cards)
What does Nick observe about Jordan’s honesty?
Nick observes Jordan’s habitual dishonesty, noting her tendency to bend the truth to suit her needs. This trait reflects her cynical and self-centered nature, characteristic of the ‘new women’ of the 1920s.
‘She was incurably dishonest.’ (Chapter 3)
What does Jordan imply about her driving habits?
Jordan makes this remark during a conversation with Nick about driving. She implies that she relies on others to be cautious, highlighting her careless and irresponsible attitude, which is emblematic of her privileged lifestyle.
‘It takes two to make an accident.’ (Chapter 3)
How is Jordan’s physical appearance described?
This description emphasizes Jordan’s physical appearance, portraying her as embodying the fashionable and liberated flapper of the 1920s.
‘She was a slender, small-breasted girl, with an erect carriage.’ (Chapter 1)
What does Nick observe about Jordan’s demeanor during Gatsby’s party?
Nick describes an interaction with Jordan during one of Gatsby’s parties, where she holds his hand in an impersonal manner. This gesture reflects her detached and self-assured demeanor, as well as her tendency to keep others at a distance.
‘She held my hand impersonally, as a promise that she’d take care of me in a minute.’ (Chapter 3)
What rumors does Nick recall about Jordan?
Nick recalls hearing rumors about Jordan’s past, specifically allegations of dishonesty during a golf tournament. This foreshadows the revelation of her unethical behavior and reinforces her image as someone willing to bend the rules for personal gain.
‘I had heard some story of her too, a critical, unpleasant story.’ (Chapter 1)
How does Nick contrast Jordan and Daisy?
Nick contrasts Jordan’s pragmatic and unsentimental nature with Daisy’s tendency to cling to the past. Jordan’s realism and detachment highlight her modern outlook and emotional resilience.
‘There was Jordan beside me, who, unlike Daisy, was too wise ever to carry well-forgotten dreams from age to age.’ (Chapter 7)
What does Jordan’s vulnerability suggest?
This description captures a rare moment of vulnerability in Jordan, suggesting that beneath her confident exterior lies a sense of isolation or discomfort.
‘She was huddled into herself as if she were cold.’ (Chapter 7)
What does Nick note about Jordan’s expression?
Nick notes Jordan’s scornful expression, indicating her disdainful and aloof attitude. This characteristic aligns with her cynical worldview and tendency to look down on others.
‘wan, scornful mouth.’ (Chapter 1)
How does Nick characterize Jordan’s nature?
Nick characterizes Jordan as a person with a straightforward, unyielding nature, marked by a general distrust of others. Her skepticism and emotional detachment exemplify the modern, liberated woman of the Jazz Age.
‘This clean, hard, limited person who dealt in universal skepticism.’ (Chapter 3)
