The Great Gatsby: Movie Flashcard

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What is the relationship between Daisy and Nick in 'The Great Gatsby'?

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They are cousins.

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What sport is Tom Buchanan playing when he is first introduced in the film?

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Playing polo.

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In which location does Nick Carraway reside?

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West Egg, on Long Island.

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Who portrays the character of Nick Carraway in the movie adaptation of 'The Great Gatsby'?

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Tobey Maguire.

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Who is the author of the novel 'The Great Gatsby'?

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F. Scott Fitzgerald.

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

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It symbolizes Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future.

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What does the Valley of Ashes represent in the story?

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

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What is the main theme of 'The Great Gatsby'?

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The decline of the American Dream in the 1920s.

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Who is Jay Gatsby in relation to Daisy Buchanan?

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He is Daisy's former lover.

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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 and its associated privilege and arrogance.