The Great Gatsby Chapter 1
Study Guide
How does Nick know Tom? How does he know Daisy? Describe Nick’s relationships with them.
According to Jordan, who phoned Tom during dinner? What does this tell you about Jordan’s character? What does this tell you about Daisy’s character? What does this tell you about Tom’s character?
Rhetorical Devices
Tom’s physical description (indirect characterization based on looks) is important later in the novel. How does the Nick describe him? What might this suggest about Tom’s personality?
What mood is created inside the Buchanan mansion? What details contribute to this?
What allusion makes us get the distinct impression that Tom is a racist? What is his explanation for “civilization going to pieces?”
At the end of Chapter 1, Gatsby is caught staring at a green light that is symbolic of something much bigger. What do you think the green light might be? Why is Gatsby staring at it?
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