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What advice did the narrator's father give him when he was a child that he still remembers as an adult?
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What quality does the narrator give to Gatsby as he describes the man?
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Gatsby Test Ch. 1-3

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What advice did the narrator's father give him when he was a child that he still remembers as an adult? Think before criticizing people because many have not had the advantages you have
What quality does the narrator give to Gatsby as he describes the man? Something gorgeous about him
What career does the narrator decide to pursue after he returns from the Great War? The bond business
Where does the narrator rent a house when he goes east? Long Island Sound
What is the condition of the narrator's house? An eyesore
What view does the narrator have from his new home? The water, his neighbor's lawn and the mansions of millionaires
Whom does the narrator visit at the beginning of his first summer in his new residence? His second cousin, Daisy Buchanan and her husband, Tom
Who is the slender young woman with the charming face that emanates discontent whom Nick meets at dinner with the Buchanan's? Miss Baker
What does Nick call the desolate area where the road meets the railroad and is located between West Egg and New York? Valley of Ashes
Which adjective best describes Mr. Wilson? Spiritless
How does Nick describe Mrs. Wilson? Stout and sensuous
How does Tom and Mrs. Wilson remain discreet on the train to New York? They sit in different cars
What does Myrtle Wilson buy from an old man as she waits in a taxicab in New York City? A puppy
Who does Myrtle invite up to the apartment? Her sister Catherine and Mr. and Mrs. McKee
What does Nick hear coming from Gatsby's home on summer nights? Music
What does Nick observe from his home as he gazes at Mr. Gatsby's mansion during summer days? Guests swimming, boating and sunning
What arrives from New York to Gatsby's house every Friday? Five crates of oranges and lemons
What takes place at least once every fortnight at the Gatsby mansion? Lavish parties with a full orchestra, dining and dancing
What brings Nick to Mr. Gatsby's mansion for the first time? The chauffeur hands Nick a handwritten invitation
How does Nick feel as he walks among the affluent guests at Gatsby's mansion? Ill at ease
What does Nick think the young Englishmen at Gatsby's party are selling? Bonds, insurance or automobiles
What is the first thing Nick does when he arrives at Gatsby's party? Tries to find his host
Which previous acquaintance does Nick meet as he searches the mansion for Gatsby? Jordan Baker
When Lucille tears her dress at one of Gatsby's parties, what does he do? Buys her a new dress
What is one of the rumors about Gatsby that his guests talk about? He once killed someone
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