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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gatsby say to Nick at two minutes to four?
(a) He would like some brandy.
(b) He is bored.
(c) He is hungry.
(d) He is going home.

2. Why can’t Nick get through to Gatsby on the phone after his conversation with Jordan?
(a) Gatsby disconnected his phone.
(b) Gatsby is on the phone with Daisy.
(c) Gatsby is on the phone with Mr. Wilson.
(d) Gatsby’s line is held open for a call from Detroit.

3. What is Daisy’s emotional state when Nick comes back into the room?
(a) Crying.
(b) Glowing.
(c) Angry.
(d) Haughty.

4. How is Gatsby feeling when he stands in Nick’s living room with Daisy?
(a) Nonchalant.
(b) Bored.
(c) Distraught.
(d) Confident.

5. What is Daisy’s emotional state as the day goes on?
(a) She is resolved and courageous.
(b) She is excited and happy.
(c) She is frightened and despairing.
(d) She is cruel and stubborn.

6. What were two of Gatsby’s jobs after he left his parent’s home?
(a) Gardener and cook.
(b) Clam digger and salmon-fisher.
(c) Gambler and gardener.
(d) Miner and cobbler.

7. Why does Nick think his house is on fire when he returns from his visit with Jordan?
(a) Every light in Gatsby’s mansion is lit.
(b) Gatsby put a spotlight on his lawn.
(c) Gatsby has a bonfire for his guests.
(d) Gatsby’s car headlines shine on Nick’s house.

8. What does Gatsby always see at the end of Daisy’s dock?
(a) A white flag.
(b) A red buoy.
(c) A green light.
(d) A sailboat.

9. What is one of the last things Mr. Wilson says to Myrtle?
(a) You can fool me but not God.
(b) You are my best friend.
(c) You are the love of my life.
(d) I am leaving you.

10. How long does Mr. Wilson plan on keeping his wife locked up above his car repair business?
(a) Until he calms down.
(b) Until she begs for his forgiveness.
(c) Until she promises not to see Tom anymore.
(d) Until they move away.

11. What type of people were Gatsby’s parents?
(a) Lazy and poor fishermen.
(b) Shiftless and unsuccessful farmers.
(c) Poor but hard working farmers.
(d) Dependable and successful farmers.

12. How long did it take Gatsby to earn enough money to buy his mansion?
(a) Three months.
(b) Five months
(c) Three years.
(d) Ten years.

13. Where does Nick wait while Gatsby and Daisy talk?
(a) In the rain, under a tree.
(b) In the kitchen.
(c) Gatsby’s house.
(d) In his car.

14. How long did Gatsby attend the Lutheran college of St. Olaf’s in Minnesota?
(a) Two weeks.
(b) Two months.
(c) Two years.
(d) Four years.

15. Why does Tom feel panicked when he leaves Wilson’s garage?
(a) He realizes he loves Jordan.
(b) He cannot steer the car.
(c) He thinks he is losing both his wife and mistress.
(d) He thinks Daisy is in love with Nick.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gatsby say when Tom confronts him about Daisy?

2. How does Daisy greet Nick when she arrives in her car?

3. What does Gatsby do when he realizes that Nick does not make much money?

4. What item does Wilson find wrapped up in the drawer that upsets him?

5. Where does Daisy suggest she and her guests go during the luncheon?

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