The Great Gatsby | Chapter 7 Summary & Analysis | F. Scott Fitzgerald
Summary
TLDRIn Chapter seven, Gatsby becomes reclusive to protect Daisy, firing his servants to avoid rumors. Despite this, Daisy and Gatsby's affair becomes more apparent, culminating in a confrontation during a luncheon at the Buchanan's. Tom exposes the affair, leading to a tense trip to New York. During this trip, Myrtle is killed by Gatsby's car, which Daisy was driving. This event marks a turning point, revealing Daisy's commitment to Tom and Nick's disgust at the selfishness of the Buchanans. Gatsby's dream is shattered as Daisy chooses Tom, highlighting the clash between illusion and reality.
Takeaways
- 🏠 Daisy and Gatsby become more reclusive to protect their relationship, with Gatsby firing his servants to avoid rumors.
- 💑 Daisy and Gatsby become bolder in their displays of affection.
- 🍽️ During a luncheon at the Buchanans', Daisy kisses Gatsby and proclaims her love.
- 👧 Daisy's daughter Pammy appears briefly, led by her nurse, before being sent away by Daisy.
- 👀 Tom realizes Daisy and Gatsby are having an affair and suggests a trip to New York.
- 🚗 Tom drives Gatsby's car with Jordan and Nick, while Gatsby takes Tom's car with Daisy.
- ⛽ On the way, Tom stops at Wilson's garage for gas and learns that Wilson suspects his wife is having an affair.
- 🌇 In New York, the group rents a hotel room to relax, where Tom confronts Gatsby.
- 💔 Under Tom's questioning, Daisy admits she loves Tom, which hurts Gatsby.
- 🚗 On the way back to East Egg, they find Myrtle has been killed in a hit-and-run accident by Gatsby's car, driven by Daisy.
Q & A
Why does Gatsby become more reclusive in Chapter Seven?
-Gatsby becomes more reclusive to protect Daisy and to avoid further rumors about their relationship.
What action does Gatsby take to avoid more rumors?
-Gatsby fires his servants to avoid more rumors.
How do Daisy and Gatsby's displays of affection change in Chapter Seven?
-Daisy and Gatsby become bolder in their displays of affection.
What significant event occurs during the luncheon at the Buchanan's house?
-During the luncheon, Daisy kisses Gatsby and proclaims her love for him.
How does Tom react to the affair between Daisy and Gatsby?
-Tom can no longer deny the affair and is visibly upset.
What trip is suggested by Daisy, and how do the characters split between cars?
-Daisy suggests a trip to New York. Tom drives Gatsby's car with Jordan and Nick, while Gatsby takes Tom's car with Daisy.
What revelation does Tom receive at Wilson's garage?
-Tom learns from Wilson that Wilson has discovered his wife is having an affair.
What occurs during the confrontation between Tom and Gatsby at the hotel?
-Gatsby boldly tells Tom that Daisy never loved him, but under questioning, Daisy admits she loved Tom and is conflicted.
What tragic event happens on the way back to East Egg?
-Myrtle is killed in a hit-and-run accident by Gatsby's car, driven by Daisy.
How does Nick react to the events he witnesses at the Buchanan's house after Myrtle's death?
-Nick is horrified and disgusted by the self-serving behavior of Tom and Daisy.
What does Gatsby admit to Nick about the car accident?
-Gatsby admits that Daisy was driving the car when it struck and killed Myrtle.
What is the turning point set up by these events in the novel?
-The turning point is Daisy choosing Tom over Gatsby, shattering Gatsby's dream and revealing Daisy's superficiality.
What does Daisy's child symbolize in the context of her relationship with Gatsby and Tom?
-Daisy's child symbolizes the reality of her life with Tom, contrasting with Gatsby's idealized fantasy.
What does Daisy's action of running over Myrtle indicate about her character?
-Daisy's action of running over Myrtle shows her commitment to Tom and her willingness to be self-serving and ruthless.
How does Nick's perception of Tom and Daisy change after these events?
-Nick becomes disgusted by their self-serving and careless behavior, realizing they see everyone as disposable.
What is Gatsby's final stance regarding Daisy after Myrtle's death?
-Gatsby still wants to protect his image of Daisy and is willing to sacrifice himself for it.
Outlines
🔒 Gatsby Becomes Reclusive
In Chapter seven, Gatsby becomes more reclusive to protect Daisy, firing his servants to avoid rumors. Daisy and Gatsby grow bolder in their displays of affection. Nick and Gatsby visit the Buchanans for lunch, where Daisy kisses Gatsby and declares her love. Daisy's daughter, Pammy, briefly appears, showcased by Daisy. During the meal, Gatsby and Daisy's mutual affection is evident, making Tom suspicious of their affair.
🚗 Trip to New York
Daisy suggests a trip to New York, which Tom agrees to, insisting on driving Gatsby's car with Jordan and Nick while Gatsby drives Tom's car with Daisy. Tom's temper flares at Wilson's garage, where a sick Wilson reveals he knows his wife is having an affair. Tom is overwhelmed by the possibility of losing both his wife and his mistress. The group rents a hotel room in the city to relax.
🔥 Confrontation in the Hotel
In the hotel, Tom confronts Gatsby, trying to catch him in a lie. Gatsby remains composed, boldly claiming Daisy never loved Tom. Under Tom's questioning, Daisy admits she loves Tom, which visibly hurts Gatsby. Tom discredits Gatsby in front of Daisy, shattering Gatsby's illusion. Tom then sends Gatsby and Daisy back home together.
💔 Myrtle's Death
On the way back to East Egg, Tom, Nick, and Jordan discover Myrtle has been killed in a hit-and-run accident involving Gatsby's car. Nick is horrified to learn that they didn't stop after hitting Myrtle. At the Buchanan's home, Nick finds Gatsby hiding and learns that Daisy was driving when Myrtle was killed. Disgusted, Nick leaves, marking a turning point in the novel.
🌀 Climax and Reality
This incident sets up the climax where Daisy chooses Tom over Gatsby, shattering Gatsby's dream. Daisy's superficial affection reveals her true intentions: using Gatsby to retaliate against Tom for his infidelity. Daisy's act of intentionally running over Myrtle signals her commitment to Tom. Nick is appalled by the self-serving behavior, as not even Myrtle's death moves them from their pettiness. Gatsby, however, is still willing to protect Daisy, sacrificing himself for his idealized image of her.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Reclusive
💡Affection
💡Affair
💡Luncheon
💡Illusion
💡Hit-and-run
💡Commitment
💡Self-serving
💡Fantasy
💡Reality
Highlights
Gatsby becomes more reclusive and fires his servants to avoid more rumors.
Daisy and Gatsby become bolder in their displays of affection.
Nick and Gatsby go to a luncheon at the Buchanan's, where Daisy kisses Gatsby and proclaims her love.
Daisy's daughter Pammy appears, is shown off by Daisy, and then sent away.
During the meal, Gatsby and Daisy gaze lovingly at each other, confirming their affair to Tom.
Daisy suggests a trip to New York, and Tom agrees, driving Gatsby's car.
Tom explodes about the affair on the way, stopping at Wilson's garage for gas, where a sick Wilson tells Tom he's discovered his wife is having an affair.
Nick notes the hovering eyes of Doctor Eckleburg and Myrtle's jealous eyes.
In the city, the party rents a hotel room and drinks to relax.
Tom tries to catch Gatsby in a lie, but Gatsby remains cool and composed.
Gatsby boldly tells Tom that Daisy never loved him, which Daisy robotically agrees to.
Under Tom's questioning, Daisy admits she loves Tom and scornfully says Gatsby asked too much of her.
Tom tells Gatsby to drive Daisy home after realizing Gatsby's shadow on Daisy's illusion.
On the way back to East Egg, Myrtle is killed in a hit-and-run accident by Gatsby's car.
Nick is horrified to learn that they didn't stop after hitting Myrtle.
Back at the Buchanan's, Nick finds Gatsby hiding in the bushes, admitting Daisy had been driving when Myrtle was killed.
Nick leaves disgusted, marking a turning point in the novel.
The climax is set up where Daisy chooses Tom over Gatsby, shattering Gatsby's dream.
Daisy's child symbolizes the reality that trumps Gatsby's fantasy.
Daisy uses Gatsby to get back at Tom for his infidelity.
Daisy intentionally running over Myrtle reveals her commitment to Tom.
Nick is disgusted by the self-serving behavior of Tom and Daisy.
Tom views everyone as disposable.
Gatsby still wants to protect his image of Daisy and is willing to sacrifice himself for it.
Transcripts
in Chapter seven in order to protect
Daisy Gatsby becomes more reclusive he
fires his servants to avoid even more
rumors Daisy and Gatsby become bolder in
their displays of affection Nick and
Gatsby go to a luncheon at the
Buchanan's one day Tom gets up to take a
phone call and Daisy kisses Gatsby and
proclaims her love just then her
daughter Pammy
appears led by her nurse Daisy shows are
off then sends them away during the meal
Gatsby and Daisy gaze lovingly at each
other
Tom can no longer deny that they are
having an affair abruptly Daisy suggests
a trip to New York
Tom agrees and demands to drive Gatsby's
car with Jordan and Nick Gatsby takes
Tom's car with Daisy in the car
Tom explodes about the obvious 'no some
relationship on the way he stops at
Wilson's garage for gas a sick Wilson
tells Tom he's discovered his wife is
having an affair Tom can't believe it
the prospect of losing his wife and his
mistress is too much
Nick notes the hovering eyes of doctor
eckleburg and also myrtles jealous eyes
it's oppressively hot in the city so the
party decides to rent a hotel and drink
as they relax
Tom tries to catch Gatsby in a lie but
Gatsby is cool and composed tom says
what kind of row are you trying to cause
in my house anyhow boldly Gatsby Rises
and tells Tom that Daisy never loved him
Gatsby insists Daisy tell him to which
she robotically agrees Tom seems
genuinely hurt under Tom's questioning
Daisy admits that of course she loves
Tom and scornfully says that Gatsby
asked too much of her Tom knows his
shadow Daisy's illusion of Gatsby and
tells Gatsby to drive Daisy home
now on the way back to East Egg Tom Nick
and Jordan see Myrtle has been killed in
a hit-and-run accident it's obvious it
was Gatsby's car that struck her nick is
horrified to learn that they didn't stop
after hitting Myrtle back at the
Buchanan's Nick finds Gatsby hiding in
the bushes Gatsby admits that Daisy had
been driving that car when it killed
Myrtle Nick leaves disgusted this is a
turning point in a novel
it sets up the climax where Daisy
chooses Tom over Gatsby and Gatsby's
dream is shattered his fantasy can't
trump Daisy and Tom's reality
Daisy's child is the reality however
superficial her affection here
Daisy's intentions are revealed she uses
Gatsby to get back at Tom for his
infidelity now Daisy intentionally
running over Myrtle sills her commitment
to Tom Nick is disgusted by the
self-serving behavior not even a woman's
death pulls them from their pettiness
Tom views everyone is disposable
now Gatsby still wants to protect his
image of Daisy and is willing to
sacrifice himself for it
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