The Great Gatsby Chapter 8

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Why does Gatsby want the gardener to wait to drain the pool?

Back

He has never used it and wants to take a swim.

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What does Nick tell Gatsby before leaving him?

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Gatsby is worth more than Daisy and her rotten friends.

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By the end of chapter eight, what is the relationship status between Nick and Jordan?

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It's very complicated and the future doesn't look bright.

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What does Nick conclude about the Buchanans?

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He thinks they are spoiled and destructive.

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Why did Myrtle run out towards the yellow car?

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She wanted to get Tom's attention to stop.

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What is the significance of the green light in Gatsby's life?

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It represents Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future, particularly his desire for Daisy.

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How does Gatsby's past influence his present actions?

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Gatsby's past as James Gatz drives his ambition to reinvent himself and pursue wealth to win Daisy.

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What role does the valley of ashes play 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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How does Fitzgerald use symbolism in the novel?

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Fitzgerald uses symbols like the green light, the valley of ashes, and the eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg to convey deeper meanings.

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What does the character of Tom Buchanan represent?

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Tom represents the old money elite, privilege, and the moral decay of society.