he thinks Gatsby is a bootlegger
Gatsby introduces Tom as "the polo player" to guests at his party, downplaying Tom's wealth and social status. Tom's presence at the party signifies a clash between the old money elite represented by Tom and the new money represented by Gatsby.
It's ironic that Tom is angry at Daisy for loving Gatsby because Tom himself is having an affair.
Tom Buchanan is from Chicago in "The Great Gatsby."
Gatsby tells Nick about his relationship and feelings for Daisy when he was younger, and his refusal of letting go of the idea of being her even though she is with someone else (Tom).
Tom felt no remorse about Gatsby's death and instead seemed indifferent, showing no empathy or concern for the man who had died. He viewed Gatsby as simply a social nuisance who had gotten what he deserved.
In "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the titular character is deeply in love with Daisy and has returned only to find that she has married a brute of a man named Tom. Gatsby urges Daisy to tell Tom that she does not love him and that she never loved him, but ultimately she cannot go through with it.
Gatsby's vigilant watch for Tom's abuse of Daisy is ironic because he himself has been pursuing Daisy despite her marriage to Tom. By being overly concerned about Daisy's well-being while also engaging in an affair with her, Gatsby's actions reveal a contradiction in his character and his moral compass.
The conflict between Gatsby's Daisy and Tom in "The Great Gatsby" is primarily due to their past relationship and Daisy's inability to fully commit to Gatsby. Tom represents the old-money elite that Daisy is accustomed to, while Gatsby represents new wealth and a chance at a new life. Daisy's indecision and fear of social consequences ultimately lead to her choosing Tom over Gatsby.
Tom is surprised and slightly dismissive when Gatsby tells him that Daisy doesn't love him. Tom believes that Daisy truly loves him and is unconvinced by Gatsby's assertions, viewing Gatsby as a threat to his marriage.
Tom Buchanan and Jay Gatsby are characters in F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby. They are alike due to their wealth, wanting Daisy as their own and hostile feelings towards each other. They are different due to Tom being a strong athlete, shallow and careless in wanting Daisy as property, and Gatsby being passionate, kind, loyal and wanting Daisy to love her.
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Tom's hatred for Gatsby increased due to Gatsby's relationship with Daisy. Tom felt threatened by Gatsby's attempts to win over Daisy and saw him as a rival for her affections. Tom also disliked Gatsby's mysterious background and wealth, which he believed was gained illegally.