The Great Gatsby, Chapter 7 summary
Chapter 7 of 9 · 37 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 7, Tom confronts Gatsby about Daisy and his business dealings, while Daisy admits she has loved both men and retreats from Gatsby’s demands. Daisy then kills Myrtle Wilson while driving Gatsby’s car, and Gatsby offers to take responsibility as Nick finds Tom and Daisy together in private.
What happens
- Gatsby stops his parties and replaces his servants to prevent gossip about Daisy’s visits.
- At lunch, Tom notices Daisy’s love for Gatsby, and the group drives to New York, stopping at Wilson’s garage.
- At the Plaza, Daisy admits loving both men, and Tom accuses Gatsby of selling illegal alcohol.
- On the return journey, Myrtle runs into the road and dies when Gatsby’s car strikes her without stopping.
- Gatsby tells Nick that Daisy drives during the collision and says he intends to claim responsibility.
- Nick sees Tom and Daisy sitting intimately together, then leaves Gatsby watching their house for signs of trouble.
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What to notice
Daisy refuses Gatsby’s demand that she erase her love for Tom. Her admission breaks his claim that their love excludes every competing attachment.
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Who drives Gatsby’s car when it strikes Myrtle?
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