The Great Gatsby Chapter 8 (M)

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Why did George shoot Gatsby?

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He was convinced that he ran over and killed Myrtle.

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Who does George think killed Myrtle?

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Her lover.

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What advice does Nick give Gatsby?

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Nick tells Gatsby that he should just forget about Daisy and leave for his own well being.

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How does George Wilson know Myrtle was having an affair?

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He finds an expensive dog collar and leash and they do not own a dog.

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Why does Gatsby not want to leave Daisy after the accident?

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Because he loves her and wants a future with her.

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

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They symbolize the excess and moral decay of the Jazz Age, as well as Gatsby's desire to attract Daisy.

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How does the green light at the end of Daisy's dock symbolize Gatsby's hopes?

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It represents Gatsby's unattainable dream of being with Daisy and the American Dream.

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What role does the Valley of Ashes play in the story?

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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 color symbolism in The Great Gatsby?

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Colors like green, yellow, and white represent various themes such as hope, wealth, and purity.

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What does the character of Tom Buchanan represent in the novel?

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He represents the old money class, privilege, and the moral decay of the American elite.