Chapter 4 Flashcards
What is the setting of Chapter 4 of ‘The Great Gatsby’?
The setting includes New York City and the surrounding areas during the summer of 1922.
Who is the narrator of ‘The Great Gatsby’?
Nick Carraway.
What significant event does Gatsby arrange in Chapter 4?
Gatsby invites Nick to lunch in New York City.
True or False: Gatsby is a mysterious character with a questionable past.
True.
What car does Gatsby drive?
A yellow convertible.
Fill in the blank: Gatsby’s real name is _______.
James Gatz.
What does Gatsby show Nick during their lunch?
A photograph of himself at Oxford.
What is the significance of the green light in ‘The Great Gatsby’?
It symbolizes Gatsby’s hope and dreams for the future.
Who is Meyer Wolfsheim?
A gangster and associate of Gatsby.
What illegal activity is Wolfsheim associated with?
Fixing the 1919 World Series.
What does Nick learn about Gatsby’s wealth during their lunch?
It is implied to come from questionable sources.
How does Gatsby react when Nick mentions Daisy?
Gatsby becomes anxious and eager to reconnect with her.
What is the name of the woman Gatsby is in love with?
Daisy Buchanan.
True or False: Gatsby and Daisy were once romantically involved.
True.
What does Nick think about Gatsby after their lunch together?
He finds Gatsby to be both charming and enigmatic.
What does Gatsby ask Nick to do for him?
To invite Daisy to his mansion for tea.
Fill in the blank: The chapter reveals that Gatsby is deeply in love with _______.
Daisy.
What does Nick notice about the guests at Gatsby’s parties?
They often do not know Gatsby personally.
What does Gatsby want to recreate with Daisy?
Their past romance.
Who is Tom Buchanan?
Daisy’s husband.
What does Gatsby believe about the past?
He believes it can be repeated.
What does Nick do for a living?
He works in the bond business.
What does Gatsby’s mansion symbolize?
His wealth and the American Dream.
True or False: Gatsby’s parties are always well attended by his actual friends.
False.
What does Nick’s father advise him about judging others?
To reserve judgment.
What does Gatsby’s demeanor reveal about his character?
He is hopeful yet deeply flawed.
How does the chapter explore the theme of identity?
Through Gatsby’s transformation from James Gatz to Jay Gatsby.
What does Gatsby’s lavish lifestyle suggest about the 1920s?
It reflects the excess and materialism of the Jazz Age.
Fill in the blank: Nick is initially _______ of Gatsby’s wealth and lifestyle.
Skeptical.
What does the chapter reveal about the American Dream?
It suggests that the American Dream is often unattainable.
Who does Gatsby ask Nick to invite to his mansion?
Daisy Buchanan.
What does the chapter suggest about the nature of friendship?
It can be superficial among the wealthy.
What does Nick feel about Gatsby by the end of the chapter?
He feels a sense of admiration and sympathy.
True or False: Gatsby is open about his past.
False.
What does Gatsby’s desire to reunite with Daisy signify?
His longing for a lost ideal.
How does the chapter depict social class differences?
Through the contrast between Gatsby and the Buchanans.
What does Nick’s perspective add to the story?
It provides a moral lens through which the events are viewed.
What does the chapter imply about the power of wealth?
Wealth can create illusions but does not guarantee happiness.
Fill in the blank: Gatsby’s parties are extravagant and filled with _______.
Strangers.
What is the significance of the lunch scene in Chapter 4?
It deepens the reader’s understanding of Gatsby’s character.
Who is the primary antagonist in ‘The Great Gatsby’?
Tom Buchanan.
What does Nick compare Gatsby to during their lunch?
A character from a romantic novel.
What is the tone of Chapter 4?
Reflective and somewhat critical.
What does Gatsby’s need for approval from Daisy indicate?
His vulnerability and need for acceptance.
True or False: Nick is completely trusting of Gatsby.
False.
What does the chapter reveal about the illusion of the American Dream?
It hints at its fragility and the disillusionment that often accompanies it.
What does Gatsby hope to achieve by inviting Daisy to his mansion?
To rekindle their past romance.
How does Nick describe Gatsby’s smile?
As one that conveys reassurance and understanding.
What aspect of Gatsby’s character is highlighted through his interactions with Nick?
His loneliness and desire for connection.
Fill in the blank: Gatsby is often seen as a _______ figure in the novel.
Tragic.
