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Here they have an impromptu party with Myrtle’s sister, Catherine, and a couple named McKee. Catherine has bright red hair, wears a great deal of makeup, and tells Nick that she has heard that Jay Gatsby is the nephew or cousin of Kaiser Wilhelm, the ruler of Germany during World War I.
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According to Jordan, Gatsby has asked her to convince Nick to arrange a reunion between Gatsby and Daisy. Because he is terrified that Daisy will refuse to see him, Gatsby wants Nick to invite Daisy to tea.
Jul 5, 2024 · A woman named Lucille responds by saying that she heard Gatsby was a German spy during the war. After Nick meets Jay Gatsby for the first time, Jordan Baker tells him another rumor by saying...
How does Nick Carraway first meet Jay Gatsby? Why did Daisy marry Tom? Why does Gatsby arrange for Nick to have lunch with Jordan Baker? How does Tom find out about the affair between Gatsby and Daisy? Why does Myrtle run out in front of Gatsby’s car? How does Gatsby make his money? How are West Egg and East Egg different?
Jan 29, 2013 · Catherine tells Nick that she has heard that Jay Gatsby is the nephew or cousin of Kaiser Wilhelm, the ruler of Germany during World War I.
Apr 8, 2016 · Answers 1. Catherine tells Nick that she's heard Gatsby is a nephew or cousin to Kaiser Wilhelm. "Well, they say he's a nephew or a cousin of Kaiser Wilhelm's. That's where all his money comes from."
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Oct 25, 2023 · When Nick mentions that Gatsby is his neighbor, Catherine tells him she has heard that Gatsby is the nephew or cousin of Kaiser Wilhelm, the ruler of Germany during World War I. Nick isn’t sure what to think about that statement, but he does wonder if there is any truth to this rumor.
