The Great Gatsby Ch. 9 Flashcard

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What did James Gatz's notes in his book indicate about him?

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He had goals for himself and was willing to work for them.

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Why won't Wolfsheim come to Gatsby's funeral?

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He can't get mixed up in this situation.

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True or False: Nick didn't invite Jordan to the funeral.

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True.

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What does Nick compare people to when discussing being borne back into the past?

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Boats.

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What did Klipspringer call Gatsby's house for?

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A pair of shoes.

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What does Gatsby's transformation from James Gatz signify?

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The pursuit of the American Dream and self-reinvention.

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How does Nick describe Gatsby's hope?

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As a green light representing unattainable dreams.

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What is the significance of the valley of ashes in the novel?

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It symbolizes the moral and social decay resulting from the uninhibited pursuit of wealth.

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What does the character of Daisy Buchanan represent in the story?

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The allure and ultimate emptiness of wealth and status.

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What role does the narrator, Nick Carraway, play in the story?

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He serves as a moral compass and observer of the events surrounding Gatsby.