Gatsby Characters

This word search focuses on key characters from *The Great Gatsby*, including Jay Gatsby, Nick Carraway, Daisy Buchanan, and Tom Buchanan. Other notable figures like Jordan Baker, Meyer Wolfsheim, and George Wilson also appear in the puzzle. These characters play crucial roles in the novel’s themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream. Completing this activity helps students recall character names and their relationships within the story.

Working on this word search enhances word recognition and character recall, strengthening students’ understanding of literary figures. As they locate names, they reinforce spelling and familiarize themselves with the pronunciation of complex names. This activity also encourages engagement with the novel, prompting students to connect names with character traits. Additionally, it improves attention to detail and cognitive pattern recognition.

Vocabulary List – Jay Gatsby, Nick Carraway, Daisy Buchanan, Tom Buchanan, Jordan Baker, Myrtle Wilson, George Wilson, Meyer Wolfsheim, Owl Eyes, Henry C. Gatz, Klipspringer, Dan Cody, Catherine, Michaelis, Pammy Buchanan.