Gatsby vs Tom Chapter 7 Flashcards

Tom Buchanan expresses a concern about environmental decline, stating, "The sun's getting hotter every year" and predicting catastrophic changes.
Tom's jealousy is highlighted as he realizes Daisy once professed love to Gatsby.
Daisy comments on Gatsby's allure, comparing him to an "advertisement of the man," which suggests a superficial charm.
Gatsby describes Daisy’s voice as "full of money," symbolizing her connection to wealth and status.

The notion of charm is depicted through Gatsby’s allure, described as an "inexhaustible charm" that can rise and fall, reflecting the fluctuating nature of desire and aspiration.
The concept of separation is illustrated by the idea that the most significant distinction lies between the sick and the well, indicating societal divisions beyond race or intelligence.
The power dynamics in relationships are evident as Tom realizes his wife and mistress are slipping out of his control.

Gatsby confronts Tom, accusing him of being unloved by Daisy, asserting, "Your wife doesn't love you. She's never loved you. She loves me."
Daisy's conflict is revealed when she admits to Gatsby, "Oh, you want too much!" acknowledging her past yet professing current love, reflecting the struggle between past allegiance and present affection.

The phrase "only the dead dream fought on" encapsulates the idea of unattainable ambitions, emphasizing a futile pursuit of something lost.
Nick Carraway reflects on his birthday and the transition into a new decade, symbolizing personal growth and impending change, stating, "I was thirty. Before me stretched the portentous, menacing road of a new decade."