the great gatsby chapter 9 study guide
How was Jay Gatz's childhood schedule consistent with the adult Gatsby's behavior?
Jay Gatz's childhood schedule consistent with the adult Gatsby's behavior is that it shows that Gatsby was determined to become a successful person.
Who attended Gatsby's funeral? How and why is this significant?
Nick and his father attended Gatsby's funeral and the people who owned the funeral homes. This is significant because he always threw big parties with a lot of people but no one showed up for him.
Why does Nick call Tom and Daisy "careless people"?
Nick calls Tom and Daisy careless people because they did not even bother to visit or show respect when they hurt people and caused most of the trouble.
How does Nick react to the phone call revealing Gatsby's criminal activities?
Nick felt disgusted and felt like all he told was lies when he received the phone call revealing Gatsby's criminal activities.
What is the irony of Mr. Gatz's admiration of the house?
The irony of Mr.Gatz's admiration of the house is that he's proud of all his accomplishment because of how he had to achieve all of it.
What is the irony of Mr. Gatz's comment about James J. Hill?
The irony of Mr.Gatz's comment about James J. Hill is that they didn't even know him but he still came to the funeral.
What is the purpose of Nick's last meeting with Jordan?
The purpose of Nick's last meeting with Jordan was to say goodbye and make everything straight before he leaves to go back home.
What is the significance of Mr. Gatz's arrival?
The significance of Mr.Gatz's arrival was to show how he had no real friends cause his dad was the only one who showed up.
What is the significance of Nick's taking charge of Gatsby's funeral arrangements?
The significance of Nick taking charge was to reflect his true friendship with Gatsby and now he has come to know the truth of Gatsby.
What two emotions are pulling Mr. Gatz?
The two emotion that Mr.Gatz was feeling sad and proud because he had to see his son leave so soon but had a great live because of what he accomplished.
Why do Tom and Daisy leave?
Tom and Daisy leave because they wanted to dodge all the trouble and hard they have caused the others.
