Questions: 4.2.4 Quiz: The Great Gatsby, Part I Question 5 of 5 During his party in chapter 3, which is an example of the gossip about Gatsby? A. That his wife was in a mental hospital B. That he killed a man once C. That he did not own his house D. That he did not know how to read SUBMIT PREVIOUS

The answer is B. That he killed a man once

This option is incorrect. There is no mention in "The Great Gatsby" of Gatsby having a wife in a mental hospital. This is not part of the gossip surrounding him.

This option is correct. In Chapter 3 of "The Great Gatsby," there is a scene at one of Gatsby's parties where guests speculate about his past. One of the rumors mentioned is that Gatsby once killed a man. This reflects the mysterious and enigmatic nature of Gatsby's character, as well as the wild speculation that surrounds him.

This option is incorrect. While there are many rumors about Gatsby, the ownership of his house is not one of the main points of gossip in Chapter 3.

This option is incorrect. There is no gossip in the novel suggesting that Gatsby is illiterate. This is not a part of the rumors discussed at his party.