The Great Gatsby Chapter 1

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How does the narrator describe Gatsby?

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Gatsby had an extraordinary gift for hope, and a romantic readiness.

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What is Gatsby doing when Nick returns from dinner?

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He is looking across the water.

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Who is the narrator of the story?

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Nick.

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What was the advice given to Nick by his father?

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He reminded Nick that not everyone's had all of the advantages that he's had and that he shouldn't be judgmental of others.

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From what point of view is the novel The Great Gatsby narrated?

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First person.

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What does the green light symbolize 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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What is the significance of the Valley of Ashes?

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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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Who is Daisy Buchanan?

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Daisy is the love interest of Gatsby and is married to Tom Buchanan.

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What does Nick Carraway do for a living?

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Nick is a bond salesman.

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What is the setting of The Great Gatsby?

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The story is set in the 1920s on Long Island and New York City.