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What character trait is associated with Tom Buchanan during Nick's visit to East Egg?
What character trait is associated with Tom Buchanan during Nick's visit to East Egg?
- Charming and playful
- Weak and indecisive
- Benevolent and kind
- Aggressive and domineering (correct)
What does the green light symbolize for Jay Gatsby?
What does the green light symbolize for Jay Gatsby?
- Hope and ambition (correct)
- Greed and materialism
- Death and despair
- Love and desire
Which character is introduced as Nick's cousin during the dinner at Daisy and Tom's house?
Which character is introduced as Nick's cousin during the dinner at Daisy and Tom's house?
- George Wilson
- Jordan Baker
- Daisy Buchanan (correct)
- Myrtle Wilson
What is a significant feature of the Valley of Ashes as described by Nick?
What is a significant feature of the Valley of Ashes as described by Nick?
How does Tom react when Myrtle taunts him about Daisy?
How does Tom react when Myrtle taunts him about Daisy?
What does Nick observe Gatsby doing from his home at night?
What does Nick observe Gatsby doing from his home at night?
What role does George Wilson play in the storyline?
What role does George Wilson play in the storyline?
What does the billboard of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg's eyes represent?
What does the billboard of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg's eyes represent?
Flashcards
Valley of Ashes
Valley of Ashes
The area between West Egg and New York City, described as a bleak, gray wasteland symbolizing decay and emptiness.
Dr. T.J. Eckleburg's Eyes
Dr. T.J. Eckleburg's Eyes
A billboard with giant, faded eyes belonging to Dr. T.J. Eckleburg, an old oculist advertisement.
Nick Carraway
Nick Carraway
The main character and narrator of The Great Gatsby, who moves to West Egg to work in the bond business.
Jay Gatsby
Jay Gatsby
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Daisy Buchanan
Daisy Buchanan
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New Money
New Money
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Tom Buchanan
Tom Buchanan
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Jordan Baker
Jordan Baker
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Study Notes
Chapter 1
- Nick Carraway moves to West Egg, Long Island in 1922
- West Egg is a place for people with "new money," including Nick's neighbor Jay Gatsby
- Gatsby is famous for extravagant parties and owns a large mansion
- East Egg is home to the "old money" elite, including Daisy Buchanan and her husband Tom
- Nick meets Daisy and Tom at their grand home
- Tom is described as strong and aggressive, while Daisy is charming
- Tom has an affair, which is hinted at during a phone call
- Gatsby stands outside Nick's house, staring across the bay, which seems significant
Chapter 2
- The Valley of Ashes lies between West Egg and New York City
- It is a gray wasteland, symbolizing decay and emptiness
- A billboard with faded eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg overlooks the valley, representing an advertisement for an oculist and a sense of judgment
- Tom and Nick visit a garage owned by George Wilson, where Tom's mistress, Myrtle, lives
- Tom and Nick bring Myrtle to New York City
- A wild party takes place at Tom's apartment
- Myrtle taunts Tom, leading to a fight between Tom and Myrtle
- Nick is disturbed by the toxic relationship and the moral decay he witnesses
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