The Great Gatsby Chapter 2

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What is the significance of Myrtle's statement about ice?

Back

Myrtle criticizes the working class while being part of it herself, highlighting her hypocrisy.

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Why did Myrtle marry George Wilson?

Back

Myrtle believed George was a gentleman, but later realized he was not.

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What do the eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg symbolize?

Back

They symbolize the moral and social decay of America during the 1920s, as well as the idea of an omniscient observer.

Front

Who is Tom Buchanan's mistress?

Back

Myrtle Wilson.

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Who owns the repair shop in the Valley of Ashes?

Back

George Wilson owns the repair shop.

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What does the Valley of Ashes represent in the novel?

Back

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

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How does Tom Buchanan's character reflect the theme of class disparity?

Back

Tom embodies the arrogance and entitlement of the upper class, contrasting with the struggles of the lower class.

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What role does the setting play in Chapter 2 of The Great Gatsby?

Back

The setting contrasts the opulence of East Egg with the desolation of the Valley of Ashes, emphasizing social divisions.

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What is the relationship between Tom and Daisy Buchanan?

Back

Their relationship is strained; Tom is unfaithful, and Daisy is unhappy, reflecting the emptiness of their marriage.

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How does Fitzgerald use symbolism in Chapter 2?

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Fitzgerald uses symbols like the eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg and the Valley of Ashes to convey deeper themes of morality and decay.