Themes and Symbols in Gatsby

The transcript reflects on Gatsby's wonder at the green light, symbolizing his dreams and aspirations. Despite his belief in the future, his dreams remain elusive, as they are already behind him. The narrative emphasizes the struggle against the past and the relentless pursuit of dreams, akin to boats against the current.

What does the rising moon symbolize in the context of Gatsby's story?

• The mystery of the world

• Gatsby's wealth

• Daisy's love

• The passage of time

What was Gatsby's initial reaction to the green light?

• He ignored it

• He was filled with wonder

• He thought it was a warning

• He was afraid of it

How did Gatsby perceive his dream?

• As unattainable

• As already achieved

• As within reach

• As irrelevant

What does the green light represent for Gatsby?

• His family

• His wealth

• His future

• His past

What realization did Gatsby fail to have about his dream?

• It was not worth pursuing

• It was too expensive

• It was already behind him

• It was someone else's dream

What does the 'orgastic future' symbolize?

• A future full of parties

• A future of endless possibilities

• A future of wealth

• A future of despair

How does the orgastic future behave according to the narrator?

• It remains constant

• It recedes year by year

• It approaches quickly

• It disappears completely

What is the attitude towards the future despite its elusiveness?

• Despair

• Indifference

• Determination

• Fear

What does the metaphor of 'boats against the current' suggest?

• Sailing is enjoyable

• Struggle against the past

• Progress is easy

• The current is weak

What does the current represent in the metaphor?

• The past

• The future

• The unknown

• The present