The Great Gatsby, Chapter 3

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What impression does Nick Carraway have of Jay Gatsby?

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Nick is impressed by Gatsby's smile and thinks he seems very genuine.

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How do guests typically arrive at Gatsby's parties?

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Many guests arrive in a car provided by Gatsby.

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What makes Nick's invitation to Gatsby's party unique?

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Nick seems to be one of the only people actually invited to the party.

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What is Nick's opinion of Jordan Baker?

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Nick thinks Jordan is incurably dishonest.

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What does the term 'malevolent' mean?

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A desire to harm others; evil.

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What is the significance of Gatsby's parties in the novel?

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Gatsby's parties symbolize the excess and moral decay of the Jazz Age.

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How does Nick's perspective as a narrator influence the story?

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Nick's perspective provides a moral lens through which the events of the story are interpreted.

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What role does social class play in 'The Great Gatsby'?

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Social class influences characters' relationships and their perceptions of the American Dream.

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How does Fitzgerald use symbolism in Chapter 3?

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Fitzgerald uses symbols like the green light and the valley of ashes to represent themes of hope and disillusionment.

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What does Gatsby's smile represent?

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Gatsby's smile represents his charm and the hope he embodies.