Flashcard on The Great Gatsby

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What war is referred to as 'The Great War' in The Great Gatsby?

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World War I (WWI)

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In what year is The Great Gatsby set?

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1922

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Who is the speaker of the line: 'This Mr. Gatsby you spoke of is my neighbor'?

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Nick Carraway

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Which college did Nick and Tom attend?

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Yale University

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Who is Daisy’s husband in The Great Gatsby?

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Tom Buchanan

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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, particularly his desire for Daisy.

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Who narrates The Great Gatsby?

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Nick Carraway

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What does the valley of ashes represent in the novel?

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It symbolizes 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?

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A wealthy man known for his extravagant parties and his love for Daisy Buchanan.