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Who is F. Scott Fitzgerald?
He was a novelist and short story writer, the author of The Great Gatsby.
What was F. Scott Fitzgerald's childhood like?
His mother was from an Irish-Catholic family and made a small fortune in Minnesota, while his father owned a wicker furniture business.
F. Scott Fitzgerald served in World War I.
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Who did F. Scott Fitzgerald marry?
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What is the title of F. Scott Fitzgerald's school murder story?
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Who did Fitzgerald meet in Paris in 1925?
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When did F. Scott Fitzgerald marry and who was his child?
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F. Scott Fitzgerald was a great speller.
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When and what was the cause of F. Scott Fitzgerald's death?
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Which of the following are famous quotes attributed to F. Scott Fitzgerald? (Select all that apply)
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What was F. Scott Fitzgerald's first publication?
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When did F. Scott Fitzgerald enter Princeton?
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What designation did the Modern Library give to 'The Great Gatsby'?
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Study Notes
F. Scott Fitzgerald: Biography and Background
- Renowned novelist and short story writer, famous for "The Great Gatsby."
- Considered one of the greatest writers of the 20th century.
Childhood
- Born to Mary McQuillan, who profited from Minnesota's economy, and Edward Fitzgerald, who owned a wicker furniture business in St. Paul.
Military Service
- Joined the army as a second lieutenant after leaving Princeton in 1917, during World War I.
- Did not see combat during his service.
Marriage and Influence
- Married Zelda Sayre, a key figure in the "Flapper" movement and a significant inspiration for his works.
Notable Early Work
- First publication at age 14 with "The Mystery of the Raymond Mortgage" in a student journal.
Literary Relationships
- Met fellow author Ernest Hemingway in Paris during the 1920s, establishing a friendship that later deteriorated due to conflicts.
Family
- Married Zelda Fitzgerald on April 3, 1920, and had a daughter, Frances, who also pursued writing.
Spelling Challenges
- Despite his literary talent, Fitzgerald struggled with spelling. His work "This Side of Paradise" was criticized for its poor spelling.
Death
- Passed away from a heart attack on December 21, 1940, in Hollywood, California, at the age of 44, while working on a new novel.
Famous Quotes
- Known for insightful quotes about personality, tragedy, genius, and love.
Major Works
- "The Great Gatsby" is recognized as his most famous novel, initially ignored but gained acclaim posthumously.
- Other published works include "This Side of Paradise," "The Beautiful and Damned," "Tender is the Night," and "Flappers and Philosophers."
Academic Influence
- Entered Princeton University in September 1913, where he formed influential relationships with writers like Edmund Wilson and John Peale Bishop.
Critical Acclaim
- "The Great Gatsby" was designated the second best English-language novel of the 20th century by the Modern Library.
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