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Reading Guide Chapter 3 Compare the party in Chapter 2 to the one in this chapterThe Great Gatsby
Reading Guide
Chapter 3
1. Compare the party in Chapter 2 to the one in this chapter.
This party is bigger; it’s more elaborate—people come to be seen
2. What kind of people come to Gatsby’s parties?
Rich people, famous, and their friends
3. What are the most prominent colors at the party?
Primary colors—red, yellow, and blue
4. In your opinion, why is Gatsby giving this party?
Maybe to help his name in business—to show off
5. Why did Nick Carraway go to the party?
Because he was invited
6. How does Gatsby participate in the party?
He doesn’t—he stands at the edge and watches
7. How does Nick meet Gatsby?
By accident—he starts a casual conversation with someone who turns out to be Gatsby, but he doesn’t know it at first.
8. What are some of the stories about Gatsby?
He killed a man; he was a German spy; he was in the American army
9. Why does Fitzgerald tell us about the auto accident that occurs after the party?
To illustrate how careless and irresponsible these people were.
10. Describe Nick’s relationship with Jordan.
Beginning of a romantic relationship.
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