| Notice how many times Fitzgerald uses the words hope or dream. Why does he do this? | Fitzgerald uses the words hope and dream because they are living the American dream |
| Nick starts the novel by relaying his father’s advice ” Whenever you feel like criticizing anyone, just remember that all the people in this world haven’t had the advantages that you’ve had.” Does he reserve judgment in the novel? | Nick judges Tom for his affair and he is open minded about it. Nick is a very judgmental person. |
| Pay attention to time. What is the day and year during the first scene at Daisy’s house? | It is 1917 in the beginning of the summer. |
| Describe Nick. What facts do you know about him, and what do you infer about him? What kind of narrator do you think he will be? | Nick grew up wealthy, he wants to be rich and life the “high life’, very judgemental |
| What image does the author use to describe Jordan Baker? What does it mean? | The author uses the image of Jordan being on a couch, buoyed up as though upon an anchored balloon; she doesn’t have a care in the world. She used to be a pro golfer. |
| How does Nick react to Jordan? | Nick is very curious about Jordan, he wants to know her. |
| What does Tom’s behavior reveal about his character? | He is mean and thinks he is superior to everyone else |
The Great Gatsby: Chapter 1
April 11, 2020