Gatsby Ch. 4-6 Flashcard

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What does Gatsby do when he runs into Tom at lunch?

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Gatsby leaves the lunch when he encounters Tom.

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What does Daisy tell Jordan just before her wedding?

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Daisy tells Jordan that she changed her mind about marrying Tom.

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What do Daisy and Gatsby do at Gatsby’s party?

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Daisy and Gatsby dance together at the party.

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How did Gatsby gain his wealth according to the new information in the chapters?

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Gatsby earned his wealth himself.

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What makes Daisy cry at Gatsby's house?

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Daisy cries over Gatsby’s collection of fine shirts.

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What is the significance of the green light in Gatsby's story?

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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 Gatsby's past influence his present actions?

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Gatsby's past, including his relationship with Daisy and his rise from poverty, drives his ambition and desire to recreate the past.

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What role does social class play in the relationships in 'The Great Gatsby'?

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Social class creates barriers and influences the dynamics between characters, particularly between Gatsby and Tom.

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What does the valley of ashes symbolize in the novel?

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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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How does Fitzgerald use symbolism in 'The Great Gatsby'?

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Fitzgerald uses symbols like the green light, the valley of ashes, and the eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg to convey deeper meanings about society and the American Dream.