The Great Gatsby Chapter 1 Quiz

Chapter 1

Why does Nick judge Gatsby harshly?
A. Nick is in love with Gatsby. B. C. Nick is attracted to Gatsby's personality. D. Gatsby embodies everything that Nick admires about the human spirit. E. Gatsby has dirt on Nick.
Where does Nick live in the summer of 1922?
A. Long Island's West Egg. B. Long Island's East Egg. C. D. Manhattan. E. Minneapolis.
How does Nick differ from other people living in his neighborhood?
A. Nick doesn't have sophisticated manners or connections. B. Nick doesn't wear stylish clothing. C. Nick doesn't come from a wealthy family. D. E. Nick is well-connected and comes from a prestigious school.
Whom does Jordan suggest Tom is talking to on the phone?
A. His lover. B. C. His father. D. His bookie. E. Gatsby.
What is Gatsby doing the first time Nick sees him?
A. Looking out over the water. B. Playing golf. C. Hosting a party. D. Hitting on Daisy. E.
What profession foes Nick Carraway intend to pursue upon moving to NY.?
A. A bondsmen. B. A writer. C. D. A bootlegger E. A real-estate agent
Why does Nick Carraway move to New York in the summer of 1922?
A. He wanted to escape his family's overwhelming expectations. B. He hoped to reconnect with friends he'd made during his military service. C. He was attending Yale University. D. E. He was feeling restless in the Midwest after returning from World War 1.

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Chapter 1

Why does Nick judge Gatsby harshly?
A. Nick is in love with Gatsby. B. C. Nick is attracted to Gatsby's personality. D. Gatsby embodies everything that Nick admires about the human spirit. E. Gatsby has dirt on Nick.
Where does Nick live in the summer of 1922?
A. Long Island's West Egg. B. Long Island's East Egg. C. D. Manhattan. E. Minneapolis.
How does Nick differ from other people living in his neighborhood?
A. Nick doesn't have sophisticated manners or connections. B. Nick doesn't wear stylish clothing. C. Nick doesn't come from a wealthy family. D. E. Nick is well-connected and comes from a prestigious school.
Whom does Jordan suggest Tom is talking to on the phone?
A. His lover. B. C. His father. D. His bookie. E. Gatsby.
What is Gatsby doing the first time Nick sees him?
A. Looking out over the water. B. Playing golf. C. Hosting a party. D. Hitting on Daisy. E.
What profession foes Nick Carraway intend to pursue upon moving to NY.?
A. A bondsmen. B. A writer. C. D. A bootlegger E. A real-estate agent
Why does Nick Carraway move to New York in the summer of 1922?
A. He wanted to escape his family's overwhelming expectations. B. He hoped to reconnect with friends he'd made during his military service. C. He was attending Yale University. D. E. He was feeling restless in the Midwest after returning from World War 1.

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