The Great Gatsby Review

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What business is Nick Carraway's family involved in?

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Nick Carraway's family is in the hardware store business.

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Where does Nick first meet Myrtle Wilson?

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Nick meets Myrtle at the garage when Tom tells her to meet him at their secret apartment in the city.

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Why does Tom Buchanan investigate Gatsby's business?

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Tom investigates Gatsby's business to destroy Gatsby as a rival for Daisy's affection.

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Who said, 'I married him because I thought he was a gentleman'?

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Myrtle Wilson said this.

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How is Nick's house in West Egg described?

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Nick's house is small and somewhat hidden between the mansions around him.

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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, particularly his desire for Daisy.

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What is the significance of the Valley of Ashes?

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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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Describe the character of Jay Gatsby.

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Jay Gatsby is a wealthy and mysterious man known for his lavish parties and his obsession with Daisy Buchanan.

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What role does Nick Carraway play in the story?

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Nick Carraway serves as the narrator and a character who provides insight into the lives of others, particularly Gatsby.

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What does Daisy Buchanan represent in the novel?

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Daisy Buchanan represents the American Dream and the idea of unattainable beauty and wealth.