Themes and Symbols in Gatsby

The video explores the ending of The Great Gatsby, focusing on the themes of disillusionment, the American Dream, and the tragedy of Gatsby's life. It discusses Nick's reflections on Gatsby's character, the reactions to Gatsby's death, and the ultimate emptiness and isolation felt by the characters. The video concludes with a discussion on the irony of the American Dream and the contrast between idealism and reality.

What is the main focus of Nick's efforts at the end of The Great Gatsby?

• Writing a book

• Organizing a party

• Arranging Gatsby's funeral

• Moving to the East

Who are the only people to attend Gatsby's funeral?

• Tom and Myrtle

• Nick and Daisy

• Jordan and George

• James Gatz's father and Owl Eyes

What does Nick reflect on regarding Gatsby's life?

• Gatsby's pure dreams and the corruption surrounding them

• Gatsby's education

• Gatsby's family background

• Gatsby's wealth

What does Nick suggest is the real tragedy of Gatsby's story?

• Gatsby's lack of friends

• Gatsby's unrequited love

• The corruption of the American Dream

• Gatsby's failed business

What does the changing of seasons symbolize in the narrative?

• The cycle of life

• Gatsby's wealth

• Nick's disillusionment

• The passage of time

What does Nick realize about his own aspirations?

• They were always realistic

• They were never important

• They were misguided

• They were fulfilled

What theme is explored through the characters' departure from New York?

• The contrast between East and West

• The success of the American Dream

• The failure of the East

• The allure of the West

What does Nick realize about his care for Gatsby?

• He was the only one who truly cared

• He was responsible for Gatsby's downfall

• He was indifferent

• He was too involved

How do Tom and Daisy react to the events surrounding Gatsby's death?

• They are indifferent and unaffected

• They seek revenge

• They move to the West

• They are deeply affected

What metaphor does Jordan use to describe her relationship with Nick?

• A bad driver

• A lost cause

• A broken clock

• A sinking ship