The Great Gatsby - Test

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What motivates Tom to hit Myrtle?

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Tom hits Myrtle because she says Daisy's name.

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Who is Catherine in relation to Myrtle?

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Catherine is Myrtle's sister who claims she doesn't drink.

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What was the weather like during the fight in the city?

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The weather was broiling.

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Why does Gatsby host extravagant parties?

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Gatsby throws extravagant parties in hopes that Daisy may come to one.

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How does Nick describe Daisy and Tom at the end of the novel?

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Nick describes Daisy and Tom as careless.

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What does the character of Gatsby symbolize in the novel?

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Gatsby symbolizes the American Dream and its disillusionment.

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

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

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How does Fitzgerald portray the theme of social class in the novel?

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Fitzgerald contrasts the old money of East Egg with the new money of West Egg, highlighting class distinctions.

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

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

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What is the relationship between Gatsby and Daisy?

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Gatsby and Daisy share a romantic past, and Gatsby's love for her drives much of the plot.