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The Great Gatsby - Chapter 7

The confrontation at the Plaza Hotel and Myrtle's death

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FTSBooks 4 terms Mar 14, 2026
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1
What happens at the Plaza Hotel in Chapter 7?
Tom confronts Gatsby about his relationship with Daisy. Gatsby demands Daisy say she never loved Tom. She cannot fully do it, and Tom reveals Gatsby's illegal bootlegging.
2
Who is driving Gatsby's car when Myrtle is hit?
Daisy is driving, but Gatsby takes the blame to protect her
3
How does Myrtle die?
She runs into the road thinking Tom is in Gatsby's yellow car and is struck and killed. She was trying to escape her husband George.
4
What does Tom tell George Wilson about the car that hit Myrtle?
Tom tells George the yellow car belongs to Gatsby, knowing George will seek revenge — effectively setting Gatsby up to be killed