The Great Gatsby – Themes (OCR A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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What three ideals does the American Dream emphasise according to the novel's exploration?
What three ideals does the American Dream emphasise according to the novel's exploration?
Freedom, hard work, upward social mobility
When and where is The Great Gatsby set?
When and where is The Great Gatsby set?
Summer of 1922, Long Island, New York
What did the Eighteenth Amendment, passed in 1919, prohibit?
What did the Eighteenth Amendment, passed in 1919, prohibit?
Alcohol sales
What does the geographical divide between East Egg and West Egg symbolise?
What does the geographical divide between East Egg and West Egg symbolise?
Old money versus new money
How did World War I affect the young American generation in the novel?
How did World War I affect the young American generation in the novel?
Returned profoundly disillusioned
What does Gatsby do in Chapter 7 to protect Daisy?
What does Gatsby do in Chapter 7 to protect Daisy?
Waits outside her window until 4am
How does Nick describe Tom and Daisy in the final chapter?
How does Nick describe Tom and Daisy in the final chapter?
Careless people who smash things up
Which couple's marriage survives the novel's events?
Which couple's marriage survives the novel's events?
Tom and Daisy's (most affluent)
What does Nick say he felt for Jordan Baker rather than genuine love?
What does Nick say he felt for Jordan Baker rather than genuine love?
Tender curiosity
What does Nick compare the green light at Daisy's dock to?
What does Nick compare the green light at Daisy's dock to?
America's green landmass rising from ocean