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In the beginning of the story, Nick seems to portray Gatsby as a very charismatic person. That entire paragraph of his smile should give it away. Going into a little detail, Nick talks about how Gatsby's smile makes the people he smiles to "feel as if they were picked out from thousands" or something to that effect.
Guessing that Nick believes Daisy's living situation brainwashed Gatsby, he holds onto this (somewhat broken, yet not entirely a 'bad guy' per sey ) image of Gatsby. There's a quote from Nick that states something along the lines of, "You are worth more than the bunch of them." (Them, meaning Daisy, Tom, Jordan and the numerous others of the "old wealth" lifestyle.)
Even though Nick says such a line doesn't mean the man doesn't look down upon Gatsby. In my opinion, Nick is somewhat flawed narrator/character (which is a whole different matter, I understand) and must see (because Gatsby doesn't give up on Daisy when Nick himself can see it will never work out) that Gatsby is a pathetic human, letting this circus of an obsession take over.
Some of this may be biased...I'm no critic, just an eleventh grader who just read the book :) I personally do not like the character Gatsby, and do believe that Nick was an "active participant" who tries to make it seem like he's some po-dunk kid from the Midwest when he's obviously smarter than that (and knows what he's doing...)
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Who did Gatsby request to speak to alone?
Gatsby requested to speak to Nick Carraway alone in chapter 3 of "The Great Gatsby."
What was gossip about Gatsby at his party in chapter 3?
In Chapter 3 of "The Great Gatsby," rumors about Gatsby's background and wealth circulate among the party-goers. Some speculate that he is a German spy or a bootlegger, while others question the source of his extravagant lifestyle. Overall, the gossip highlights the mystery and intrigue surrounding Gatsby's character.
How would you compare the two parties in chapters 2 and 3 of the book The Great Gatsby?
In chapters 2 and 3 of "The Great Gatsby," the differences between the two parties are stark. In chapter 2, Tom and Myrtle host a party in their apartment in the city, characterized by a lack of elegance, high energy, and a sense of debauchery. In contrast, Gatsby's party in chapter 3 is a luxurious affair filled with opulence, music, and an air of sophistication, attended by the wealthy elite of society.
When does nick carraway call himself the most honest man he knows in The Great Gatsby?
Nick Carraway refers to himself as "the only honest person" he knows in Chapter 3 of The Great Gatsby when he is telling the reader about his attitudes towards people around him.
What is an example of an allusion in The Great Gatsby in chapter 3?
World War I was initially called The Great War. There is mention of it when Gatsby says he recognized him from the war. They were both in the Third Division. Gatsby in the Seventh Infantry and Nick in the Ninth Machine-gun battalion.
What are some quotes that highlight the extravagance and allure of Gatsby's parties in "The Great Gatsby"?
Here are some quotes from "The Great Gatsby" that highlight the extravagance and allure of Gatsby's parties: "In his blue gardens men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings and the champagne and the stars." - Chapter 3 "I believe that on the first night I went to Gatsby's house I was one of the few guests who had actually been invited. People were not invited - they went there." - Chapter 4 "The lights grow brighter as the earth lurches away from the sun, and now the orchestra is playing yellow cocktail music, and the opera of voices pitches a key higher." - Chapter 3 These quotes capture the opulence and allure of Gatsby's extravagant parties in the novel.
Why does Fitzgerald wait until chapter 3 to introduce Gatsby?
It is necessary for Fitzgerald to humanize Gatsby. Early in the novel, Gatsby is portrayed as wealthy, mysterious, and powerful. It is necessary for Gatsby to present the details of his initial love affair with Daisy to humanize him on the eyes of the reader and reveal his vulnerability to matters of love: an aspect of life that cannot be bought with money.
What are some "quotes about Gatsby's parties" that highlight the extravagance and allure of the social gatherings in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, "The Great Gatsby"?
Here are some quotes about Gatsby's parties that showcase their lavishness and appeal in "The Great Gatsby": "In his blue gardens men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings and the champagne and the stars." - Chapter 3 "I believe that on the first night I went to Gatsby's house I was one of the few guests who had actually been invited. People were not invited - they went there." - Chapter 3 "There was music from my neighbor's house through the summer nights. In his blue gardens men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings and the champagne and the stars." - Chapter 3 These quotes capture the opulence and allure of Gatsby's extravagant parties in the novel.
In the book The Great Gatsby where is gatsby when nick speaks with him for the first time?
They are at one of Gatsby's parties in Chapter 3. Nick mistakes Gatsby as one of the attendees of the party, until Nick asks, where the host is. Gatsby announces himself as the host and startles nick. The specifics of their location would be at a small table. Nick was with Jordan and her friends at a small table when "a man about [Nicks'] age" asks Nick about his time in the military. The man happens to be Gatsby.
Which of these is something Nick is surprised about when he first meets Gatsby at the party in chapter 3?
that Gatsby is a young man
Which chapters is Jordan baker in in The Great Gatsby?
Jordan Baker appears in multiple chapters in "The Great Gatsby," including Chapter 1, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, and Chapter 8. She is mainly present during social gatherings and interacts with other characters, providing insights into their personalities and motivations. Jordan's character is significant in highlighting the themes of deceit and dishonesty in the novel.
When nick meets Gatsby in chapter 3 what do they realize they have in common?
They fought in the war together
