Gatsby, in order for his new persona that he has created for himself to work [being an "Oxford" graduated young gentleman] feels that this is an appropriate expression to use; yet Tom confronts this later in the book, just before Myrtle is ran over.
Nick scolds Gatsby for being too focused on the past and unable to move on from his pursuit of Daisy Buchanan. He criticizes Gatsby for not being able to accept reality and for clinging to an idealized version of the past that is no longer attainable.
Gatsby recognizes Nick from the war when they were both served in the same division. Nick mentioned to Gatsby that he was from the Midwest, which caught Gatsby's attention.
In "The Great Gatsby," Nick admires Gatsby but their relationship is complex and not necessarily based on love.
Nick meets Gatsby by talking to him and asks him who Gatsby is and where is he.
Gatsby tells Nick that he is from San Francisco.
In "The Great Gatsby," Nick has mixed feelings about Gatsby. He admires Gatsby's ambition and charisma but also sees his flaws and questionable actions. Overall, Nick's feelings towards Gatsby are complex and not entirely positive.
gatsby sends nick an invintation through his chauffeor
Gatsby offers Nick work as a gesture of gratitude and to strengthen their friendship. It also serves as a way for Gatsby to involve Nick in his extravagant lifestyle and to keep him close by as a confidant.
Nick was not in love with Gatsby, but he did have a deep admiration and respect for him as a friend.
Gatsby didn't know Nick orgionally. He met Nick at his party for the first time.
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