1 Why did Gatsby want Daisy to see the house and his clothes?
Gatsby wanted Daisy to see the house and his clothes to impress her and show her his newfound wealth.
2Why is Gatsby dressed in a gold tie and silver shirt?
Gatsby is dressed in a gold tie and silver shirt to symbolize his aspiration to attain both wealth and sophistication.
3What do Gatsby’s clothes represent?
Gatsby's clothes represent his desire to fit in with the wealthy and elite class of society and his attempt to project a certain image of himself.
4What hint is given in the story of how Gatsby’s house is built?
The hint given in the story of how Gatsby's house is built is that it is modeled after the Hotel de Ville in Normandy, France.
5How long did it take Gatsby to make the money to buy the mansion?
It took Gatsby three years to make the money to buy the mansion.
6Does Gatsby believe, as he tells Daisy, that his house is always full of interesting people?
No, Gatsby does not believe that his house is always full of interesting people; he admits to Nick that most of the guests are merely invited by his business associates.
7What had the green light on the dock meant to Gatsby?
The green light on the dock represented Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future, including his desire to be with Daisy.
8What had Gatsby turned Daisy into in his own mind?
In his own mind, Gatsby had turned Daisy into an idealized, almost mythical figure of perfection and beauty, representing his deepest desires and aspirations.
9Who is Kilspringer?
Kilspringer is a man who takes advantage of Gatsby's hospitality by living in his house and refusing to leave.