The Great Gatsby: Error Correction Worksheet

English
Grade 7
10 questions
~20 mins
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A worksheet focused on error correction related to the Jazz Age themes in The Great Gatsby, aimed at Grade 7 students. Students will analyze excerpts and identify literary techniques or correct sentences related to the setting and characters.

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The Great Gatsby: Error Correction Worksheet

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Scene Summary and Context

Set in the Roaring Twenties, the novel 'The Great Gatsby' depicts the extravagant lifestyle of wealthy Americans in the 1920s. The story revolves around Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire known for his lavish parties and unrequited love for Daisy Buchanan. The Jazz Age is characterized by rapid social change, with music, dance, and new fashions shaping the era. The novel captures the decadence, moral complexity, and underlying decay of this vibrant period. The scene introduces Gatsby’s mansion, where guests indulge in jazz music and dancing, symbolizing the era's exuberance. Short phrases like 'bright with the sounds of jazz' and 'glittering parties' evoke the lively atmosphere. Students should consider how the era's culture influences the characters' behavior and the novel's themes.
1.
Identify the phrase in the context guide that best describes the atmosphere of Gatsby's parties.
[2 marks]
2.
What era is being depicted in this scene? Choose the best answer.
Aa) The Victorian Era
Bb) The Roaring Twenties
Cc) The Great Depression
Dd) The Civil War period
3.
Explain in one or two sentences how jazz music symbolizes the era in the novel.
[3 marks]
4.
Detect the literary technique in the phrase 'glittering parties' and describe its effect.
[3 marks]
5.
Correct the following sentence if it contains an error: 'The music was loud, and everyone danced till dawn.'
[2 marks]
6.
Identify and correct the grammatical error in the sentence: 'Gatsby’s mansion was the biggest party spot of the decade.'
[3 marks]
7.
Analyze how the description of Gatsby’s mansion reflects the themes of wealth and illusion.
8.
Identify the literary device used in the phrase 'the glittering lights' and explain its purpose.
[3 marks]
9.
Correct the error in the following sentence: 'The Jazz Age was a period of social change and excitement.'
[2 marks]
10.
Describe in a paragraph how the setting of Gatsby’s parties contributes to the novel’s overall mood.

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Created
12/31/2025
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12/31/2025
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