Explain the significance of the last page of the novel in relation to Gatsby’s dream and to the American Dream.
Chapter 8
Trace the movements of Gatsby and Wilson at the end of Chapter 8. What is Nick’s meaning when he says, “…the holocaust was complete”?
Chapter 7
Analyze Diasy’s attitude toward her child as evidenced in this chapter and in chapter 1. Is she a good mother? Explain why Gatsby looked “at the child with surprise.”
Chapter 6
Note the reactions of Tom and Daisy at different times during Gatsby’s party. Did they enjoy themselves? Explain.
Chapter 5
Has Nick been affected by the meeting between Gatsby and Daisy? In what way?
Chapter 4
Explain the epigraph on the title page of the novel (“it’s the quote”). What does it reveal about Gatsby and his love for Daisy?
Chapter 3
Describe the meeting between Nick and Gatsby. Comment on Fitzgerald’s skill in preparing for Gatsby’s entrance into the story.
