Gatsby - Chapters 1-3 Review

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What is the 'valley of ashes'?

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A barren, lower-middle class area separating West Egg from New York City.

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Who is the narrator of The Great Gatsby?

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Nick Carraway

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What is 'special' about Nick's invitation to Gatsby's party?

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Nick seems to be one of only a few people actually invited to the party.

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What did Tom do to Myrtle when she mentioned Daisy’s name?

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He hit her and broke her nose.

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Why is Nick momentarily embarrassed at the party?

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He speaks to a man he does not know is Gatsby.

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What does the green light symbolize in The Great Gatsby?

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Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future, particularly his desire for Daisy.

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How does Fitzgerald use color symbolism in the novel?

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Different colors represent various themes and emotions, such as green for hope and yellow for wealth.

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What is the significance of the eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg?

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They symbolize the eyes of God watching over the moral decay of society.

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Describe the relationship between Tom Buchanan and Daisy. What does it reveal about their characters?

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Their relationship is strained and superficial, revealing Tom's arrogance and Daisy's discontent.

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What role does social class play in The Great Gatsby?

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Social class influences characters' behaviors, relationships, and the American Dream.