The Great Gatsby Chapters 1 & 2

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Who is the narrator of The Great Gatsby?

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Nick Carraway is the narrator of The Great Gatsby.

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Who is Jordan Baker?

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Jordan Baker is Daisy's friend and a professional golfer.

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From where did the narrator come and why?

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Nick Carraway came from the Midwest to study the bond business.

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What was the advice given to Nick by his father?

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Nick's father advised him to be non-judgmental and recognize that not everyone has had the same advantages.

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What is Nick's social class/background?

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Nick is upper-middle class; his family has money, but not as much as the Buchanan family.

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What does the term 'upper-middle class' mean?

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Upper-middle class refers to a social class that has a comfortable level of income and education, but is not as wealthy as the upper class.

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Describe the setting of The Great Gatsby in Chapters 1 & 2.

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The setting includes West Egg and East Egg, two fictional areas on Long Island, representing different social classes.

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What is the significance of the green light 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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How does Nick describe Gatsby in Chapter 1?

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Nick describes Gatsby as having a mysterious aura and being hopeful, with a sense of grandeur.

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What role does social class play in The Great Gatsby?

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Social class influences characters' relationships, aspirations, and conflicts throughout the novel.