The Great Gatsby

Gatsby left college after only two weeks because he felt he was not learning anything of value in the curriculum. He wanted to focus on seeking his fortune and was eager to start making money and climbing the social ladder. Gatsby believed that college was not the path to achieving his dreams.

Daisy was genuinely happy with Gatsby because he represented a sense of excitement and escapism from her mundane, unhappy marriage to Tom Buchanan. Gatsby's devotion and idealized love for Daisy made her feel special and desired, which filled a void in her life. Additionally, Gatsby's lavish lifestyle and charm appealed to Daisy's desire for luxury and status.

Nick believes Gatsby's story about the war because he sees the genuine emotion and passion in Gatsby's recounting of his experiences. Gatsby's detailed descriptions and conviction make Nick trust him, despite there being no concrete evidence to prove the truth of the story. Additionally, Nick admires Gatsby and wants to believe in the best in him.

Dan Cody's inheritance was left to his ex-wife and Gatsby's mistress, Ella Kaye, after Dan Cody's death. Gatsby didn't receive any inheritance from Dan Cody.

Nick is primarily a static character in "The Great Gatsby" as he remains consistent in his moral values and role as a narrator throughout the novel. However, his views on Gatsby do evolve causing some to argue for a dynamic nature. One quote highlighting Nick's development is “Gatsby believed in the green light, the orgastic future that year by year recedes before us. It eluded us then, but that's no matter--tomorrow we will run faster, stretch out our arms farther... And then one fine morning-- So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.”

The characters with ignoble aims in "The Great Carbuncle" include Sir Isaac and his companions who seek the gem for personal gain and wealth rather than appreciating its beauty or mystical qualities. Their greed and selfishness lead them to ignore the warnings and challenges presented on their quest for the precious stone.

Daisy tends to murmur in The Great Gatsby because it reflects her passive and indecisive personality. Murmuring suggests a lack of assertiveness and sometimes a hesitancy to speak up or take action. This characteristic aligns with Daisy's overall portrayal as a character who is easily swayed by others and struggles to assert her own wants and needs.

In the beginning of the novel, we learn that Nick Carraway comes from a wealthy background, is educated at Yale, and served in World War I. He moves to West Egg, Long Island, to pursue a career in the bond business. Nick is portrayed as a reliable and observant narrator who is both fascinated and repelled by the extravagance and moral decay he witnesses in the East Egg social elite.

His house is changed in Chapter eight because he doesn't have anymore parties. This is because he is depressed about not being able to "have" Daisy. Also, She did not necessarily enjoy the parties so he thought that if he did not have the parties any more she might come to his house again. Although she did not.

At the end of "The Great Gatsby," Nick Carraway moves back to the Midwest, to escape the extravagance and moral decay of the East Coast. Daisy remains in East Egg with Tom, while Gatsby is dead and his dream of being with Daisy is shattered.

Tom Buchanan

That she loves Gatsby

The billboard of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg, with its giant bespectacled eyes, symbolically watches over the valley of ashes in "The Great Gatsby." These eyes are often interpreted as representing the moral decay and emptiness of the society depicted in the novel.

Gatsby's funeral is poignant because very few people attend, highlighting the emptiness of his extravagant lifestyle and the superficial nature of his relationships. Despite his wealth and lavish parties, he dies alone and unloved, emphasizing the hollowness of the American Dream and the consequences of pursuing it blindly. The lack of a meaningful send-off underscores the tragic isolation and disillusionment of Gatsby's life.

Gatsby suggests going to Coney Island or taking a plunge in the swimming pool to divert their attention from the intense emotional conversation they were having and to create a fun, carefree atmosphere. It also reflects Gatsby's tendency to use lavish experiences and activities to distract himself and others from his deeper, unresolved feelings and conflicts.

George Wilson believes that Jay Gatsby killed his wife, Myrtle Wilson, because he recognized Gatsby's car at the scene of the accident and because Tom Buchanan revealed Gatsby and Myrtle were having an affair.

Daisy and Tom's relationship was tumultuous and marked by infidelity, manipulation, and a lack of mutual respect. Tom was controlling and cheated on Daisy multiple times, while Daisy, despite her unhappiness, was unable or unwilling to leave him due to societal expectations and her own insecurities. Their relationship was ultimately dysfunctional and toxic.

Tom realizes his wife, Daisy, has been having an affair with Gatsby when he sees Gatsby's cufflinks in Daisy's possession and notices the strong connection between them during a confrontation at the Plaza Hotel. He also picks up on their subtle gestures and glances that reveal their secret relationship.

Coz she's buff and her voice is full of da doe!!

Fitzgerald uses the list of guests to highlight the extravagance and opulence of Gatsby's parties, emphasizing the superficial nature of the social scene. The list also underscores the emptiness of Gatsby's pursuit of Daisy, as his lavish parties are ultimately a facade to attract her attention. Additionally, the list serves to show the social hierarchy and the superficial relationships that exist in the novel.

Gatsby requested to speak to Nick Carraway alone in chapter 3 of "The Great Gatsby."

Myrtle's desire for a more permanent commitment from Tom, as evidenced by her repeated mentions of Daisy and her insistence on him taking her to the city suggest that she sees their relationship as more than a fling. Her jealousy and frustration when Tom rejects her requests show that she views the relationship as having greater significance than just a casual affair.

Around four in the morning in "The Great Gatsby," the characters are at the height of their revelry at one of Gatsby's extravagant parties. Daisy and Gatsby share a moment of intimacy, reflecting their complicated relationship. The party atmosphere starts to wind down as the night comes to an end.

The ambiguity surrounding Gatsby's criminal associations adds to the mystery and allure of his character. By leaving it open to interpretation, Fitzgerald allows readers to form their own opinions and creates a sense of enigma around Gatsby's past. This ambiguity also reflects the theme of appearance versus reality in the novel, highlighting how individuals may not always be as they seem.

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