https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi Based on chapters 1-5, What is Fitzgerald suggesting about the American Dream? Choose one of the characters we have been introduced to so far. Explain in 2-3 sentences how they might represent the pursuit of the American Dream. en-us 2022-04-11 19:19:20 UTC 2025-04-09 11:58:59 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139751541 I think Fitzgerald is saying that the American dream isn’t worth the struggles endured to achieve it. Gatsby is a good example of this, as he worked for years to win daisy back, only to have the magic fade after achieving his goal. ]]> 2022-04-11 19:47:08 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139751541 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139751730 In chapters 1-5, Fitzgerald's expression of the American dream is clearly reflected in Gatsby. Through the ideals, rely on efforts to create wealth and achieve success. His understanding of the American Dream is that people can strive for wealth and social status in America if they work hard enough.]]> 2022-04-11 19:47:20 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139751730 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139751789 Fitzgerald is suggesting that the American dream is working hard and it paying off to get what you want in the end. I think Nick Caraway has shown the American dream because he came to the East to pursue his dream and business. It has so far paid off and he has a successful life now.]]> 2022-04-11 19:47:23 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139751789 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139751857 Fitzgerald is suggesting that the American Dream isn't easy to achieve, and that if you're not living up to the standards of the wealthy, then the American Dream is basically impossible to reach. Tom represents the pursuit of the American Dream because since he's so wealthy, he's constantly moving around and living a lavish lifestyle. Along with living rich, it's a necessity to be rich in order to have fun in the time period that the book was written in.]]> 2022-04-11 19:47:26 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139751857 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752174 Fitzgerald suggests that is a negative idea through the character of Tom Buchanan. Fitzgerald describes Tom as a very rich man who has everything he needs, but he is constantly moving because he keeps trying to improve his life.]]> 2022-04-11 19:47:41 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752174 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752491 Gatsby is someone who embodies the american dream. He is rich, handsome, and spends most of his time partying, but gained his money through illicit means. This shows how the American dream is nearly impossible to get unless you cheat the system, and the glamorous lifestyle is not quite what it seems.]]> 2022-04-11 19:47:58 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752491 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752628 Through Nick's portrayal of Gatsby I believe Gatsby's upward social mobility gives Nick a bit of hope regarding the validity of the "American Dream." I think he admires Gatsby's success because he came from nothing rather than being born into it.]]> 2022-04-11 19:48:05 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752628 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752713 MOMENT- Gatsby was talking to Nick explaining him his life story, and where he came from. I think that moment portrays the "American dream" because its extremely hard to achieve the the "dream" without something getting handed down to you. For example Gatsby got everything handed down when his family died. But he's not stuck-up or bratty. ]]> 2022-04-11 19:48:10 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752713 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752984 Fitzgerald's suggestion of the American dream is working hard and at some point it will pay off and worth it. 
Gatsby is representing the American Dream because he is living a very wealthy life. He has a lot of money and the chance to do everything he wants. The money gives him a lot of freedom.]]> 2022-04-11 19:48:24 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139752984 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139753471 Fitzgerald is suggesting that the American dream isn't easy but can be achieved when you have money. Myrtle is from a low-class living lifestyle who is a mistress to Tom. She wants to leave her current husband for Tom and his money.]]> 2022-04-11 19:48:54 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139753471 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139753811 Fitzgerald demonstrates with Gatsby that anyone can achieve the American Dream if they put their mind to it. Gatsby became rich when his family died which was a peculiar way to attain wealth but a way nonetheless. Gatsby also continues to pursue his American Dream by reconnecting with his old lover, Daisy, and he achieves that and shows it is possible. Finally, Gatsby has extravagant parties to lavish in a carefree lifestyle like the American Dream might suggest is important.]]> 2022-04-11 19:49:13 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139753811 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139754103 Fitzgerald is suggesting that the American dream is really hard to achieve but, not impossible this is shown through Nick caraway who moved to new York to learn the bond business so he could make a fortune and achieve his dreams.]]> 2022-04-11 19:49:29 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139754103 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139755115 Fitzgerald suggest the American dream is working your way up in life to be financially free. Gatsby represents this by his perseverance through the war. He then becomes very rich and free too do as he pleases.]]> 2022-04-11 19:50:24 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139755115 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139755513 Fitzgerald is suggesting that the American Dream is working hard for what you want. Gatsby shows working for the American Dream by working hard for what he believed in. Working up in his social class making money, having extravagant parties, and being a very well known guy.]]> 2022-04-11 19:50:49 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139755513 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139755649 Fitzgerald suggests the American dream is about working hard and getting rich. Nick Carraway represents the pursuit of happiness because he goes to New York to learn about bond business. Nick Carraway dreams to get rich by entering into bond business.]]> 2022-04-11 19:50:58 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139755649 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139756522 Fitzgerald is suggesting that American dream is achieved when people pursue their goal. Gatsby tries to become close with Nick to marry his cousin. He eventually achieves this goal, even though he did not feel the same motivation.]]> 2022-04-11 19:51:45 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139756522 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139756725 Gatsby represents the American dream because he came from rags to riches . Fitzgerald is suggesting that the American dream is something that you work very hard for and will eventually will pay off.]]> 2022-04-11 19:51:57 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139756725 sarahbroussard https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139758487 I think Fitzgerald is suggesting that in order to accomplish the American dream u have to work extra hard to achieve your goal. I believe Nick Caraway represents the pursuit of the American Dream bc he comes from the west which it's not as rich as the east and so he goes and tries to pursue his dream and takes notes to become successful during his journey of being rich. ]]> 2022-04-11 19:53:33 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139758487 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139759397
Gatsby is someone who demonstrates the American dream. He is rich, has good looks, and spends most of his time partying, but gained his money through different ways. This shows how the American dream is very hard to achieve unless you're okay with breaking the rules from time to time]]> 2022-04-11 19:54:21 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139759397 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139760344 Jaquese said that the American dream in the 20s was, in Fitzgeralds opinion, that the journey is rough and you may not be satisfied. We see this with Gatsby because his journey to wealth wasnt easy and as we saw him in ch 2-5 he wasnt totally satisfied ]]> 2022-04-11 19:55:09 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139760344 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139760392 Fitzgerald is suggesting the American Dream is achieved through money and looks, but can never be satisfied. Tom is a great example being of large stature and good money, along with a plenty of a home and wife. Though, Tom wants more, cheating on his wife, unrestful with his living space, and more.

chris.]]> 2022-04-11 19:55:12 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139760392 https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139766839 2022-04-11 20:00:19 UTC https://padlet.com/gracelee17/ceuvo8c4gnvq8zpi/wish/2139766839