The Great Gatsby chapters 3 and 4

Front

What does Gatsby's butler pull him away from his guests to attend to?

Back

Phone calls from various cities.

Front

What is Gatsby primarily known for?

Back

Throwing extravagant parties.

Front

What distinguishes Nick from other guests at Gatsby's party?

Back

He was actually invited.

Front

How does the theme of wealth influence character relationships in The Great Gatsby?

Back

It creates jealousy, greed, power struggles, class differences, and social status issues.

Front

How does Nick characterize the guests at Gatsby's party?

Back

Like people at an amusement park who are careless and there for the party.

Front

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

Back

They symbolize the excess and moral decay of the Jazz Age.

Front

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

Back

His moral judgment and personal experiences provide a unique lens through which the events are interpreted.

Front

What role does the green light play in Gatsby's life?

Back

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

Front

How does Fitzgerald use symbolism in The Great Gatsby?

Back

Symbolism is used to convey deeper meanings, such as the valley of ashes representing moral decay.

Front

What does the valley of ashes represent in the novel?

Back

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