The Great Gatsby - Test

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Who is Nick Carraway in relation to Tom Buchanan?

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Nick and Tom went to college together.

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What event triggers Tom's violent behavior towards Myrtle?

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Tom hits Myrtle because she says Daisy's name.

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Describe Tom Buchanan's character in 'The Great Gatsby'.

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Tom is a 30ish, racist, rich 'jock' who is prone to brutality and easy to anger.

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In the metaphor presented in 'The Great Gatsby', what do humans represent?

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Humans are represented as boats.

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What is the cause of Gatsby's death?

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Gatsby is shot by George Wilson.

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What does the green light symbolize in 'The Great Gatsby'?

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The green light symbolizes Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future.

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How does the setting of West Egg contrast with East Egg?

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West Egg is home to the newly rich, while East Egg is home to the old money elite.

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

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

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The eyes symbolize the eyes of God, watching over the moral decay of society.

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How does Daisy Buchanan's character reflect the theme of the American Dream?

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Daisy embodies the superficiality and emptiness of the American Dream.