https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o en-us 2020-08-13 21:01:03 UTC 2020-08-14 18:26:22 UTC hello@padlet.com scott_mullen https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680497986 Why do you suppose that the character Jay Gatsby is so popular with readers? Include your name with your post!]]> 2020-08-14 15:52:56 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680497986 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680538585 Haylii Baxter- Jay Gatsby has a sense of mystery about him. Everybody has assumptions about him and what he’s done in the past (murdering a man) but he doesn’t tell anybody what is true and not. He is a mysterious man that just throws extravagant party, and nobody knows why. ]]> 2020-08-14 16:11:35 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680538585 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680552749 Kaila Bindner- He is a mysterious and drawn back character. He throws huge and extravagant parties and isn't even sociable. There are numerous amounts of rumors and whispers about him doing illegal activities.]]> 2020-08-14 16:18:36 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680552749 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680570789 He is the subject of many mysteries. Because he is mysterious and drawn back, he draws people to him that want to know his mysteries and find out what is fact or fable about him.]]> 2020-08-14 16:27:29 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680570789 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680611994 Gatsby is so popular with readers of the book because of his mysterious aura that he surrounds himself with. He has few people he is close to and less people that actually know him. By putting up a wealthy, mysterious facade around him, Gatsby can make people believe or not believe whatever he says about himself. Throughout the whole book, rumors are getting thrown around, and no one knows which ones are true and which ones are fake. That is what keeps the readers flipping the page, trying to undo the web of lies around Jay, so they can finally know who he truly is.]]> 2020-08-14 16:49:02 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680611994 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680614902 2020-08-14 16:50:33 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680614902 samanthah187 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680615641 People are drawn to Gatsby because he is new money and doesn't talk much about how he got his money. People are interested in the mystery]]> 2020-08-14 16:50:58 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680615641 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680615677 Merlyn Rojas-
He is a mysterious man who throws extravagant parties but he doesn’t socialize which causes people to make assumptions that they want to approve or disprove. He’s also self-made which can be admirable. The rumors around how he made money is questionable but it causes him even more popularity.]]> 2020-08-14 16:50:59 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680615677 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680615921 People are drawn to Gatsby's mysterious persona, and he sparks people's interest with his extravagant parties and sources of wealth. ]]> 2020-08-14 16:51:06 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680615921 hannahc855 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680616232 The reason why Jay Gatsby is so popular is because he is very mysterious and not many know the truth behind him. He also has charm and immense wealth which is shown with the parties he throws. All of this goes back to Gatsby being a mystery and many not knowing who he actually is what he even looks like. ]]> 2020-08-14 16:51:16 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680616232 adysend391 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680619592 Jay Gatsby is written as an extremely complex and mysterious character. Initially, readers are drawn to the glamour and extravagance of his lifestyle, but as the plot progresses, readers are eager to learn more about the peculiar protagonist. With each page turned, a new layer of his multifaceted personality is uncovered and readers are able to relate more and more to his goals and intentions. Readers can admire his drive and are able to connect with his passion. ]]> 2020-08-14 16:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680619592 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680626511 Jay Gatsby is so popular because he is a mystery people want to figure out. Also he has money which attracts many people to his house and parties. ]]> 2020-08-14 16:55:19 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680626511 isabellag175 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680629039 I think readers are drawn to Jay Gatsby because his mystery that revolves around him makes people want to know more. It causes suspicion and interest and makes you wonder how he gained all his wealth and why he likes to remain a mystery or secret. Most people like to flaunt their riches but Gatsby is different and approached this lifestyle in a unique way. He came from a not so lavish childhood to becoming fabulously rich, so it’s an interesting story to follow.]]> 2020-08-14 16:56:37 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680629039 laceyv289 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680638686 Jay Gatsby is a very mysterious man. Everyone wants to meet him and and go to his big parties that he throws. No one really knows about him but they are interested in finding out the truth. He attracts everyone with his parties and his money.]]> 2020-08-14 17:01:51 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680638686 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680638971 People are drawn to Gatsby because they're not quite sure where he came from, he's as many say a mystery. Of course people are curious but due to his closed off nature no one is quite able to figure him out. This leads to the spread of rumours because in the peoples' minds, how else could someone rise so quick.]]> 2020-08-14 17:02:00 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680638971 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680640567 Gatsby is popular among readers purely for the mystery. They don't know much about his background, and what they do know is just based on the wealth around him. The more people read about him, the more they want to know. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:02:51 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680640567 emmag165 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680640684 Many are drawn to Gatsby for various reasons. Since the beginning of the book, Jay Gatsby is a man of mystery. He throws lavish parties, yet he himself is not one who is entertained by the people attending. In general, this is an excellent tactic to draw readers in because it keeps them wondering who he really is, why does he host glamorous parties, and how he acquired his wealth in the first place. Furthermore, it is later revealed that he became rich through organized crime. This aspect of Gatsby draws readers in by showing off his flawed side; ambition to a fault. However, it makes him more admirable in the sense that he not only was able to get away with it, but in the process he became a highly respected and successful man among society. Lastly, his main motivation for becoming rich and educated was for love, which appeals to readers who are romantics. It adds a distinct, yet intriguing persona that ultimately ties together to create a character beloved by nearly all. (Emma Gaddy)]]> 2020-08-14 17:02:54 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680640684 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680643179 Readers are drawn to Jay Gatsby because ]]> 2020-08-14 17:04:10 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680643179 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680656251 Readers are drawn to Jay Gatsby because the author doesn't reveal much about him besides the fact that he is extremely wealthy and throws many parties. This makes him a mysterious character and the audience is eager to learn more and more about him.]]> 2020-08-14 17:09:58 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680656251 alexp9271 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680664620 Jay Gatsby as a person wasn't very social and liked to keep to himself so considering how he rarely interacted with anyone they all questioned him about his personality and what he's actually like]]> 2020-08-14 17:14:01 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680664620 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680673677 I believe people are drawn to Gatsby because of his mysterious side, like how he obtained so much wealth with no explanation. I think another reason would be due to his drive and sheer willpower.]]> 2020-08-14 17:18:36 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680673677 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680674037 Jay Gatsby is a unique character. People are drawn to him due to his mysterious behavior..Due to his lack of interactions with people, many rumors spread about who he really is. He also throws grand parties which many people attended and enjoy. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:18:46 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680674037 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680674165 gatby is ]]> 2020-08-14 17:18:50 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680674165 madisonj490 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680676243 Jay Gatsby is popular among readers due to the mystery surrounding him. Throughout the novel we slowly begin to learn more about Gatsby. However, we still never really understand his life or some of his motives. We are presented with a character who gives to the community and others without really understanding why. Gatsby is also very much human. We see throughout the book that he has his own desires, flaws, and ambitions. Yes we learn that a majority of things he did was for Daisy.  Gatsby possesses an undying loyalty to Daisy and his close friends. A depressing fact that also adds to Gatsby's popularity, is that he has no true friends. We see that when Gatsby dies no one comes to his funeral. All of the people who benefited from him never paid their respects. Confronting an idea of loneliness or being forgotten, a fear that many other people have. It's my belief that the reason why Gatsby is so popular is because he meets a fate that everyone, to some extent fears. A lack of true human connection. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:19:40 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680676243 delaneys831 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680677698 Jay Gatsby was a very mysterious man. People did not know very much about him and that why they were intrigued by him. Then wanted to learn more about him and try to understand this man that nobody truly knew. His wealth is also mysterious and it brings more people to wonder about him. The lack of information given by the author is really the main reason readers are drawn to Gatsby. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:20:22 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680677698 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680679722 people are drawn to Gatsby because the author does not give much information about him so it makes him a mysterious person.]]> 2020-08-14 17:21:28 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680679722 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680680829 Jay Gatsby drew readers in with his unique personality and how he presented himself. He was mysterious and different and he was deeply in love with Daisy even when she wasn't his. He threw extravagant parties and had a unique background so I believe readers wanted to be able to understand him and connect with him. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:22:06 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680680829 marks303 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680690797 There is a plethora of reasons Jay Gatsby is so popular amoung readers. Initially, he is wealthy. People are attracted to luxury. The fact that the source of his wealth is unkown hits the nail on the head. He has also been suspected in being involved in business that isnt't exactly legal. It leaves the reader with a desire to read on due to their yearning of a final answer to all of this.

]]> 2020-08-14 17:27:25 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680690797 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680692473 Gatsby comes off as a mysterious character which is a main reason why readers are drawn to him. The author doesn't give much information about him throughout the novel.

]]> 2020-08-14 17:28:18 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680692473 mariahc144 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680693129 I think a lot of readers are drawn to Jay Gatsby because they wanna know more about him. Its has something to do with the way the author portrays him. He doesn't give very much about Gatsby and yet hes a huge and significant part of the story. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:28:40 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680693129 elizap444 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680695145 Jay Gatsby is very popular among the readers because he comes off as very mysterious and complex. No one knows much about this very wealthy and charming man, but as we see into this amazing story, we develop a feeling and connection for Gatsby, and that feeling is sympathy. We feel sympathy for him when all he wants is to be with Daisy. His loyalty towards Daisy is so beautiful. Jay Gatsby draws the readers in with his personality, and his way of presenting himself. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680695145 prestonc224 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680695541 Jay Gatsby is a  unique character. People are drawn to him due to his mysterious behavior..Due to his lack of interactions with people, many rumors spread about who he really is. He also throws grand parties which many people attended and enjoy. Readers seem to be intruged because not all of the information given about him satisfy them. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:29:57 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680695541 isabellar352 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680696555 I think Gatsby is popular among readers because they don't really know him, which sorta allows they to draw their own conclusions about the character. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:30:32 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680696555 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680697866 Gatsby is a character that does not have many things known about him which draws the reader to want to know more and more about him. ]]> 2020-08-14 17:31:15 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680697866 hayliib121 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680756096 2020-08-14 18:00:45 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680756096 https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680769094 I think readers are intrigued by Jay Gatsby because from the very beggining of the book we new very little information about him. He is very wealthy and throws extravagent parties. He is also involved in a bootlegging buisness which is unusual and grabs your attention.   ]]> 2020-08-14 18:08:08 UTC https://padlet.com/scott_mullen/gz11fd2h29bfbt9o/wish/680769094