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1
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What is the setting of Chapter 2 of ‘The Great Gatsby’?

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The setting includes the area of the Valley of Ashes and New York City.

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Who is the character that Tom Buchanan has an affair with?

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Myrtle Wilson.

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True or False: The Valley of Ashes symbolizes the moral and social decay resulting from the uninhibited pursuit of wealth.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The Valley of Ashes is located between ______ and New York City.

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West Egg.

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What does the ‘eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg’ symbolize?

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They symbolize the eyes of God watching over the moral decay of society.

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Who accompanies Tom to meet Myrtle in New York City?

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Nick Carraway.

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What does Myrtle buy in the city that signifies her desire for a better life?

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A dog.

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True or False: Myrtle is married to Tom Buchanan.

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False.

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What does Tom do to Myrtle when she mentions Daisy’s name?

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He hits her and breaks her nose.

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What is the significance of the party that Tom and Myrtle host?

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It demonstrates the excess and moral decay of the characters involved.

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11
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Who is the narrator of ‘The Great Gatsby’?

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Nick Carraway.

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What is Myrtle’s social status compared to Tom’s?

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Myrtle is of a lower social status than Tom.

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Fill in the blank: Nick describes Tom as being ______ and ______.

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arrogant; aggressive.

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What does the train symbolize in this chapter?

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The train symbolizes the separation between social classes.

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What kind of party does Myrtle throw?

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A lavish party with friends and acquaintances.

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What does Nick think of the people at Myrtle’s party?

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He finds them to be superficial and vulgar.

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True or False: The chapter includes a depiction of the American Dream.

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True.

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What type of relationship do Tom and Myrtle have?

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An affair based on lust and power.

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What does Myrtle’s behavior at the party suggest about her character?

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It suggests her desperation to escape her current life.

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Who is the character that represents the working class in Chapter 2?

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George Wilson.

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21
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Fill in the blank: Myrtle’s husband, George, owns a ______.

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garage.

22
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What does Tom’s treatment of Myrtle reveal about his character?

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It reveals his dominance and lack of respect for others.

23
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What does the description of the Valley of Ashes highlight about society?

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It highlights the consequences of industrialization and the divide between the rich and the poor.

24
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What does Nick think about Tom’s affair with Myrtle?

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He is disapproving and uncomfortable with it.

25
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Describe Myrtle’s attitude towards Tom.

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She is infatuated and sees him as a means to escape her life.

26
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What does the party reveal about the character of Myrtle?

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It shows her desire for wealth and social status.

27
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Fill in the blank: The chapter ends with _______.

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Nick feeling unsettled about the events he witnessed.

28
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What is the significance of the character of George Wilson?

A

He represents the struggling working class.

29
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True or False: The chapter portrays a sense of hope and optimism.

A

False.

30
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What does Tom’s apartment in New York symbolize?

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It symbolizes his wealth and the hidden aspects of his life.

31
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What is Myrtle’s reaction when she sees Tom?

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She is excited and eager to be with him.

32
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What does Nick observe about Myrtle when she is with Tom?

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He observes that she becomes more assertive and confident.

33
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What is a key theme explored in Chapter 2?

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The theme of social class and the American Dream.

34
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How does Nick describe the atmosphere at Myrtle’s party?

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He describes it as chaotic and filled with superficiality.

35
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What does Myrtle’s choice of clothing suggest about her character?

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It suggests her desire to fit into a higher social class.

36
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Fill in the blank: The chapter highlights the ________ of the characters involved.

A

moral decay.

37
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Who does Myrtle invite to the party?

A

Her friends and acquaintances from the city.

38
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What does Tom’s behavior towards Myrtle reflect about his views on women?

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It reflects his view of women as possessions.

39
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What is Nick’s opinion of the guests at Myrtle’s party?

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He finds them to be unrefined and lacking substance.

40
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What does the repeated mention of the color yellow symbolize?

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It symbolizes wealth and decadence.

41
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How does Nick feel about the events that unfold in this chapter?

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He feels uncomfortable and disillusioned.

42
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What literary device is used to describe the Valley of Ashes?

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Imagery.

43
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True or False: Myrtle is portrayed as a sympathetic character.

A

False.

44
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What does the character of Tom Buchanan represent?

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He represents the arrogance and entitlement of the upper class.

45
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Fill in the blank: The chapter reflects the theme of ________ in the pursuit of the American Dream.

A

disillusionment.

46
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What does the contrast between West Egg and the Valley of Ashes illustrate?

A

It illustrates the disparity between wealth and poverty.

47
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What effect does Myrtle’s affair with Tom have on her marriage?

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It creates a significant rift and ultimately leads to her unhappiness.

48
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What does Nick learn about Tom’s character through his interactions with Myrtle?

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He learns that Tom is abusive and selfish.

49
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How does Fitzgerald use setting in Chapter 2?

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He uses setting to reflect the characters’ social standings and moral decay.

50
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What does Myrtle’s dog symbolize?

A

It symbolizes her attempts to adopt a more luxurious lifestyle.

51
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What is the tone of Chapter 2?

A

The tone is cynical and dark.

52
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How does Tom’s wealth influence his relationship with Myrtle?

A

It allows him to exert control and power over her.

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