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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Nick angry with Gatsby as they drive in Gatsby’s fancy car?
(a) Gatsby insults Nick.
(b) Gatsby insults Jordan Baker.
(c) Nick does not like mysteries.
(d) Gatsby flaunts his money.

2. Who told Mr. Wilson that Gatsby owned the yellow car that killed Myrtle?
(a) Jordan.
(b) Michaelis.
(c) Tom.
(d) Daisy.

3. What is the first thing Daisy does when Tom leaves the room to make drinks?
(a) Kisses Gatsby.
(b) Argues with Nick.
(c) Kisses Nick.
(d) Flops on the couch.

4. How do Tom and Mrs. Wilson remain discreet on the train to New York?
(a) They sit across the aisle from one another.
(b) Mrs. Wilson sits with Nick.
(c) Mrs. Wilson sits behind Tom.
(d) They sit in different cars.

5. What does Nick see in Gatsby’s smile?
(a) Sarcasm.
(b) Eternal reassurance.
(c) Pride.
(d) Sadness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Tom Buchanan’s view of racial equality?

2. How long did it take Gatsby to earn enough money to buy his mansion?

3. Whom does Tom tell Daisy to ride home with?

4. Why does Tom feel panicked when he leaves Wilson’s garage?

5. Why isn’t Klipspringer going to Gatsby’s funeral?

(see the answer key)

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