The Great Gatsby: Chapter 7

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Why does Gatsby replace all of his servants?

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Gatsby replaces all of his servants because Daisy is visiting him in the afternoons and they don’t want the word getting out.

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Who was driving the car that killed Myrtle?

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Daisy was driving the car that killed Myrtle.

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Why does Gatsby stop throwing parties?

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Gatsby stops throwing parties because he is only interested in Daisy.

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What is Gatsby doing at the very end of the chapter?

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At the very end of the chapter, Gatsby is standing outside the Buchanan household to make sure Daisy is OK.

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Was Gatsby even an Oxford man?

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Gatsby attended Oxford for about 5 months, but he was not a full Oxford man.

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What does Gatsby's mansion symbolize in the novel?

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Gatsby's mansion symbolizes his wealth, his desire for acceptance, and his longing for Daisy.

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How does the weather reflect the mood in Chapter 7?

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The weather in Chapter 7 is hot and oppressive, reflecting the tension and emotional turmoil among the characters.

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

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

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How does Tom Buchanan's character contrast with Gatsby's?

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Tom Buchanan represents old money and privilege, while Gatsby represents new money and the pursuit of the American Dream.

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What is the significance of the green light at the end of Daisy's dock?

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