Chapter 5 quotes Flashcards

1
Q

“well, i suppose we’ll take a plunge…”

A

in the swimming pool, i havent used it all summer - just for display

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2
Q

“as if there was some pressing…”

A

demand on time elsewhere

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3
Q

“rested against the face…”

A

of a defunct mantlepiece clock

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4
Q

“whereupon he turned and…”

A

caught it with trembling fingers

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5
Q

“im sorry about…”

A

the clock

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6
Q

“he was running down…”

A

liken an overwound clock - time is gatsbys antagonist

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