The Great Gatsby Chapter 3 Quiz

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    Nick's cardinal virtue is," I am one of the few ____ people that I have ever known."

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This quiz assesses knowledge of Chapter 3 of 'The Great Gatsby'. It covers character insights, plot details, and themes, focusing on rumors about Gatsby, character descriptions, and interactions. Ideal for learners studying American literature, enhancing comprehension and analytical skills.

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  • 2. 

    What does Nick call the man in Gatsby's library?

    • Own Man

    • Owl Spectacles

    • Doctor T.J. Eckleburg

    • Owl Eyes

    Correct Answer
    A. Owl Eyes
    Explanation
    In the novel "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Nick refers to the man he encounters in Gatsby's library as "Owl Eyes." This nickname is given to the man because he is wearing large spectacles that make his eyes appear owl-like. The character of Owl Eyes is known for his fascination with Gatsby's library and his surprise at discovering that the books are real rather than just for show. This nickname helps to create a memorable and distinctive image of the character in the reader's mind.

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  • 3. 

    What does Nick find out about Jordan?

    • She is a dishonest person and she has even cheated in the golf tournament

    • She is a dishonest person but she did not cheat in the golf tournament

    • She is honest, but she unfortunately cheated in the golf tournament

    • She is his true love

    Correct Answer
    A. She is a dishonest person and she has even cheated in the golf tournament
    Explanation
    Nick finds out that Jordan is a dishonest person and that she has even cheated in the golf tournament.

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  • 4. 

    What did Gatsby and Nick plan to do on the next day?

    • They planned to go to New York.

    • They planned to go up in the hydroplane at 9 o' clock.

    • They planned to go up in the hydroplane at 10 o' clock.

    • They planned to have another party.

    Correct Answer
    A. They planned to go up in the hydroplane at 9 o' clock.
    Explanation
    Gatsby and Nick planned to go up in the hydroplane at 9 o'clock on the next day.

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  • 5. 

    What rumors about Gatsby did the two girls and Jordan Not talk about?

    • Gatsby is a German spy

    • Gatsby killed a man

    • Gatsby did not go to Oxford

    • Gatsby did go to Oxford

    Correct Answer
    A. Gatsby did not go to Oxford
    Explanation
    The two girls and Jordan did not talk about the rumor that Gatsby did not go to Oxford. This suggests that there might have been rumors or speculation about Gatsby's education, but the specific rumor that he did not attend Oxford was not discussed among them.

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  • 6. 

    What did Nick initially imagine Gatsby to look like?

    • Handsome, elegant and smart

    • Florid, corpulent and middle-aged

    • Outgoing and humorous

    • Grumpy, arrogant and mean

    Correct Answer
    A. Florid, corpulent and middle-aged
    Explanation
    Nick initially imagined Gatsby to look like someone who is florid, corpulent, and middle-aged. This suggests that Nick had preconceived notions about Gatsby's appearance, expecting him to be overweight and older in age. This contrasts with the other options which describe Gatsby as handsome, elegant, smart, outgoing and humorous, or grumpy, arrogant, and mean.

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