The Great Gatsby Chapter 5-6 Flashcards
(40 cards)
Why is Nick afraid his ‘house is on fire’ when he arrives home at the beginning of chapter five?
Gatsby’s house is all lit up next door
This reflects the extravagant lifestyle and parties Gatsby throws.
Why does Nick tell Gatsby that his house looks like the World Fair?
Gatsby has left up the lights from his previous party
How does Gatsby prepare Nick’s house for Daisy’s visit?
The yard is mowed and flower arrangements are delivered
When Nick calls Daisy to invite her to tea, what does he tell her not to do?
Bring Tom
How would you describe Gatsby’s attitude before Daisy arrives for tea?
Distracted and nervous
Why does Gatsby knock at Nick’s door when Daisy arrives?
He wants to think it’s a coincidence that he’s there
How many years does Gatsby say it has been since he and Daisy have been together?
Five years last November
When the previous owner of Gatsby’s mansion had built the house, what did he want all the other houses in the neighborhood to do?
Have the roofs thatched with straw
How long does Nick leave Gatsby and Daisy alone?
Half an hour
Why does Gatsby want to show Daisy around his house?
To see how wealthy and successful Gatsby is
What is Gatsby’s explanation to Nick as to how he got his money?
From the oil and drug business
What is the name of the ‘boarder’ that is staying at Gatsby’s mansion?
Mr. Kilpspringer
What odd thing does Gatsby do to further impress Daisy?
He shows her all her nice things from England
Why is the day especially awkward for Nick?
He feels like a third wheel
What object no longer seems as magical as before the day he spent with Daisy?
The green light at the end of the dock
Why does Daisy fall a bit short of Gatsby’s dreams?
Nobody could live up to Gatsby’s expectations of her
What is Jay Gatsby’s real name?
James Gatz
Who gave Gatsby his big break in life?
Dan Cody
What did Gatsby do/what were his responsibilities on Dan Cody’s yacht?
Skipper, jailer, and secretary
What did Gatsby gain from his time with Dan Cody that helped him later in life?
Life experience that helped him change his identity
What is ironic about Tom’s comment on women running around too much?
He is the one cheating on his wife
How do the three visitors show that they don’t really care about Gatsby?
They leave while he is getting his coat
Tom’s presence at Gatsby’s party makes the evening seem ______________________________.
Oppressive
When does Daisy have a good time at the party?
During that half hour she spent with Gatsby
