The Great Gatsby - Characters: Gatsby/Daisy

English
Grade 6
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~18 mins
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A worksheet focusing on the characters Gatsby and Daisy from The Great Gatsby, designed for Grade 6 students to analyze character traits and literary techniques.

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The Great Gatsby - Characters: Gatsby/Daisy

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Grade Grade 6
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Scene Summary and Context

In the novel The Great Gatsby, the characters Gatsby and Daisy are central to the unfolding story of love, wealth, and illusion. Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire, is known for his grand parties and his unwavering hope to reunite with Daisy, whom he loved before she married Tom. Daisy, on the other hand, is depicted as charming and alluring but also superficial and conflicted. The scene captures the moment when Gatsby's dream of rekindling his relationship with Daisy begins to clash with reality. Gatsby's lavish lifestyle and optimistic attitude contrast sharply with Daisy's indecisiveness and the societal expectations that surround her. The quote 'her voice was full of money' hints at her allure and materialistic nature. This scene reveals the complex relationship between aspiration and reality, emphasizing how characters' desires influence their actions and the story's outcome.
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Questions

Answer the following questions based on the scene summary and context provided.
1.
Describe Gatsby's main motivation in his relationship with Daisy.
[2 marks]
2.
What does the phrase 'her voice was full of money' suggest about Daisy?
[2 marks]
3.
Identify one literary technique used in describing Daisy's voice and explain its effect.
[3 marks]
4.
Analyze how the contrast between Gatsby's optimism and Daisy's indecision contributes to the story's theme.
5.
Which literary device is exemplified in the phrase 'her voice was full of money'?
Aa) Simile
Bb) Metaphor
Cc) Alliteration
Dd) Personification
6.
Explain how Gatsby's parties symbolize his desire for social acceptance.
[3 marks]
7.
How does Daisy's character embody the theme of superficiality in the novel?
[3 marks]
8.
Discuss the significance of the scene summary in understanding the relationship dynamics between Gatsby and Daisy.
9.
Create a brief creative piece imagining a conversation between Gatsby and Daisy during their reunion. Include key emotions and themes discussed.

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Created
12/31/2025
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12/31/2025
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