Gatsby shows Nick a medal from his time in the war to prove his identity and establish credibility.
Gatsby wants to take Nick to Coney Island so he can show him his strip club he owns. He hopes Nick takes bands.
In Chapter 4 of "The Great Gatsby," Gatsby invites Nick and Daisy to his mansion for lunch. Daisy is hesitant at first, but Nick convinces her to go. Gatsby hopes that this meeting will give him an opportunity to reconnect with Daisy and show off his wealth and luxurious lifestyle.
Of all of the people that Jay Gatsby ever associated with, Nick was his only true-friend. Gatsby's wealth was all for an unrequited love that he had for Daisy. Halfway through the novel, he confesses to the lies that he told Nick during their lunch meeting. He wanted to clear the air to show Nick that he wasn't like the other pretentious aristocrats, that his motives, though not pure, were just.
Nick tried to get Gatsby's friends to attend the funeral, but most did not show up. He also reached out to Gatsby's father and took care of organizing the funeral arrangements. Despite his efforts, only a few people attended the funeral, showcasing the loneliness and isolation that Gatsby experienced in his life.
Gatsby hires a man to cut the grass and he sends a ton of flowers to Nick's house to impress Daisy
Nick notices that Gatsby's house is extravagant and luxurious, with a large marble swimming pool, elaborate gardens, and opulent decorations. He is struck by the grandeur and excessiveness of the mansion, which reflects Gatsby's desire to impress and show off his wealth and status.
To show Daisy how well off he was and to show Daisy that he also had alot of money!
Guests who attend Gatsby's parties do not seek out the host to thank him for his hospitality. Most guests use Gatsby, and they do not reciprocate in any manner whatsoever. Nick Carraway is the exception to the rule. Nick's manners are much better than those of the upper-crust guests from the East Egg and elsewhere. Guests, who think they are superior to others because they come from old money, show their bad manners by not thanking Gatsby and not reciprocating in kind.
The owl-eyed man in "The Great Gatsby" is surprised to find that the books in Gatsby's library are real, not just for show.
Mr. Gatz shows Nick a schedule from when Gatsby was a young boy that outlines his daily routines and self-improvement activities. This schedule highlights Gatsby's disciplined and determined nature, as well as his desire to better himself and achieve his goals. It also demonstrates the extent to which Gatsby was dedicated to creating the persona of Jay Gatsby.
Gatsby's father shows Nick a schedule that Gatsby had made as a child detailing his personal goals and ambitions for the future, showcasing his determination and dreams. This schedule demonstrates the deep drive and hope that Gatsby had from a young age to achieve success and become successful.
The man in the library is surprised to discover that Gatsby's books are real, and not just for show. Gatsby's ability to know when to stop symbolizes his self-control and ability to rein in his desires and aspirations when necessary. Nick describes New York as a city that offers both the vibrant excitement of limitless opportunity and the underlying corruption and moral decay that permeate society.