1. What was Gatsby’s real name? Why and when had he changed it? Gatsby’s real name is James Gatz. He changed it when he was 17 years old, and it was because he did not want to be associated with his parents, who were poor and unsuccessful farmers. 2. In what way was Dan Cody involved in Gatsby’s destiny? Dan Cody was involved in Gatsby’s destiny since he was like a caretaker to Gatsby. After Dan Cody passed away, Gatsby inherited his wealth to become the man he is in the present. 3. Why does Tom attend Gatsby’s party? How does this scene reveal the contrast between Gatsby and Tom? Tom attends Gatsby’s party because he is wondering why Daisy is spending all her time outside with people, so he wants to get to know Gatsby by attending the party. This scene reveals the differences between Gatsby and Tom by showing how Tom talks down to Gatsby at the party, while Gatsby tries to show kindness towards Tom. 4. What is deeply ironic in Tom’s statement, “…I may be old-fashioned in my ideas, but women run around too much these days to suit me”? Tom’s statement is deeply ironic because he explains how “women run around too much”, even though he also goes around to enjoy his time with other women besides Daisy. 5. Note the reactions of Tom and Daisy at different times during Gatsby’s party. Did they enjoy themselves? Explain. Tom made it obvious that he did not enjoy the party because he was not impressed with the features of the party and the guests. Daisy enjoyed herself at the party because of the performers. 6. What suspicions does Tom have about Gatsby? What does he vow to do? Tom is suspicious of how Gatsby was able to get the wealth he currently has. He vows to dig deeper into his past and ﬁnd an explanation for his immense wealth. 7. What do Nick and Gatsby talk about after the party? Nick and Gatsby discuss the events that happened involving Daisy and the party. Gatsby was interested if Daisy actually enjoyed the party. 8. What is Gatsby expecting of Daisy that prompts Nick to warn him, “I wouldn’t ask too much of her… You can’t repeat the past”? Gatsby expects Daisy to tell Tom that she does not love him, which would cause Nick to say that because the years of them not being together could change how Daisy feels and thinks about people.