Who was present in the Valley of Ashes?
George and Myrtle Wilson, Nick Carraway, Tom Buchanan
How did Gatsby's party end?
The drunk guests disperse, the band stops playing, some fight, a car accident caused by drunk driving
Describe Gatsby's mansion.
impressive, opulent representation of his wealth, fountains, swimming pool, setting for extravagant parties
Who comes to Gatsby's party in Chapter Three?
A small group of friends
No one, the party is cancelled
Only Daisy and Tom Buchanan
A large and diverse group of people
How does the American Dream look in Chapter One?
Illusory, a fantasy that is impossible to achieve, unable to find happiness or fulfillment, lives are empty, lonely
Describe the Valley of Ashes.
desolate, industrial wasteland, fantastic farm where ashes grow, grotesque gardens, gray cars, ash-gray men, air thick with pollution
What is the significant of the billboard of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg?
It represents the commercialization of the American Dream.
It is a reminder of God's watchful eye over the world.
It is a sign of the advertising industry's power.
It is a symbol of the moral decay in society.
Who was present at Gatsby's party?
Jordan Baker, Nick Carraway, Jay Gatsby, and literally tons of unnamed people, people of mixed social status
Describe the setting of the Buchanan's dinner party.
an elegant home, wealthy West Egg of Long Island, opulent, grand, white, fashionable, expensive, fresh flowers, rich food, glamorous, ornate furnishings
Who is Jordan Baker?
Tom's mistress
Nick's mother
George's wife
Nick's love interest
Describe the dominant colors and imagery in Chapter One.
gold (glowing against the soft sky in the sunset, Daisy's hair) white (frosted wedding cake of a ceiling, Daisy's dress, fluttering), Green light
What happened to Myrtle Wilson at the end of Chapter Two?
Tom Buchanan hits her in the face, breaking her nose.
What does the American Dream look like in Chapter Two?
a corrupt and destructive force, revealing the darker side of the pursuit of wealth and status
What is Gatsby's background?
He is the son of a prominent politician.
He is an ex-soldier who made his fortune in the stock market
He is a wealthy businessman from Chicago.
He is a mysterious figure with a shady past.
What are the dominant imagery and colors in the Valley of Ashes?
Gray, blue, yellow, gray cars, ash-gray men, fantastic farm, "ashes grow like wheat," sluggish and solemn people and cars, remains of something that was alive
How does Chapter One end?
Nick sees Gatsby standing on the lawn outside his home, stretching out his arms toward the green light.
Why does Owl Eyes find it surprising that the books in Gatsby's library are real?
He assumed the host was more interested in drinking and socializing and putting on appearances of wealth.
What does the American Dream look like in Chapter Three?
An extravagant, superficial fantasy, fueled by excess and indulgence
Who is present during the dinner party in Chapter One?
Tom & Daisy Buchanan, Jordan Baker, Nick Carraway