The Great Gatsby Chapter 7

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Why does Wilson want to move out West?

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His wife is cheating on him.

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Who does Gatsby's car contain on the way into New York City?

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Gatsby and Daisy.

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What does the narrator mean by this statement: "So we drove on toward death through the cooling twilight"?

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Those in the blue coupe were heading towards the scene of the accident and a drastically changed future.

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What does Tom call Gatsby after seeing the scene of the accident?

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a coward.

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Who did Daisy drive home with?

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Gatsby.

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What is the significance of the green light in The Great Gatsby?

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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 Fitzgerald use color symbolism in Chapter 7?

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Colors like yellow and blue symbolize wealth, decay, and the moral ambiguity of the characters.

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What role does the weather play in Chapter 7?

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The oppressive heat reflects the rising tensions and emotional turmoil among the characters.

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What does the confrontation between Gatsby and Tom reveal about their characters?

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It highlights Gatsby's idealism versus Tom's brutishness and entitlement.

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How does Daisy's behavior change during the confrontation in Chapter 7?

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Daisy becomes increasingly conflicted, torn between her love for Gatsby and her loyalty to Tom.