https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco Made with love en-us 2018-04-03 17:37:44 UTC 2018-04-04 20:33:55 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Brightnessdown.png d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248230781 The audience is immediately introduced to West and East egg in the first few pages of the novel. Nick reveals that West egg is "the less fashionable of the two" (TGG 5) referring to East egg. There is this almost silent feud between the two. As the story progresses the audience learns that Daisy and Tom as well as Jordan all live in East Egg. A very rich and sort of posh neighborhood. The mere fact that Daisy and her husband live there has a huge impact on the plot itself. Nick and Gatsby two men who came from lower class family's living on the lower class if you will side of long island while Daisy and Tom who came from both very rich family's live in the "upper class" regeion of long island. Fitzgerald really shows what each person is really after. Daisy just money, while Gatsby is after love. It definitely also shows how they all feel about money as well. Gatsby, enjoys it but his primary reason for really wanting it was because of Daisy while Daisy had the more selfish attitude and just wanted Gatsby for his money. ]]> 2018-04-03 17:41:47 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248230781 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235069 An almost essential character to the text. He represents everything that Tom Daisy and even Jordan are missing throughout the novel. The audience is immediately introduced to Nick as he describes himself as "honest" (TGG 32). Though evidently this is true, one cannot assume that this statement is completely true. The story is told through Nick's eyes only and while he does say in the opening lines of The Great Gatsby that is father told him to never to judge anyone, Nick often does it subconsciously. It is human nature to judge something or someone. However, that does not exclude the fact that Nick's characterization of himself is true. As the novel continues there is almost this internal dilemma that Nick struggles with. At times he seems to enjoy the fast paced and adventurous life style, seen through Nick telling that Audience that he had only been drunk one other time before that day in the apartment (TGG 15). The power behind this fact demonstrates almost perfectly that Nick is fitting into the lifestyle. Then at times it can be seen that Nick almost hates the kind of lifestyle that Daisy lives in, say he has "had enough of all of them" (TGG 79). This really shows who Nick is as a person and at heart. ]]> 2018-04-03 17:50:29 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235069 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235174 A man blinded by love.  An almost aloof man with demons. Not introduced vocally until the third chapter Gatsby is mysterious in himself. No one knows anything about him besides the things he has told them.  He has almost created his character. Between changing is name from James to Jay, signifies a lot about him. He's a man who in a way is never happy with himself. Though he's not happy with himself because it is a personal issue. Who he was before he became this affluent man was someone Daisy wouldn't accept. And even after he creates himself Daisy still chooses Tom over him. The meaning behind this is important to understand. Gatsby literally puts himself in the path of George when it comes to the murder of Myrtle. It shows how far Gatsby is willing to go when it comes to Daisy. Much like Ethan Frome in a way. Both can be depended on by the woman they love. The song below reveals, I feel the relationship between Gatsby and Daisy and a little bit of how Gatsby feels for the relationship that Tom and Daisy have. ]]> 2018-04-03 17:50:36 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235174 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235268 A young beautiful girl who is very manipulative and good at getting what she wants. She is very good at hiding behind her money. Daisy easily fits into the East Egg aura. She is fickle when it is most convenient for her "but of course I'll say I was" (TGG 80). Allowing Gatsby to take the blame for Myrtle's death. Daisy is fox like. The audience is exposed to her real intentions when she chooses Tom over Gatsby in chapter seven. Saying "'Even alone I can't say I never loved Tom'" (TGG 73). What I find most striking though is when Daisy and Tom disappear, leaving no address of their whereabouts. It's disappointing almost. Fitzgerald wants you to feel pity for Daisy because she's trapped in this marriage, though when she has the chance to escape it, she doesn't; and then the audience finds it hard to like her after the fact that she doesn't attend Gatsby's funeral. It kind of feels as though it is a slap in the face. Throughout the novel, several times the audience is reminded that Nick and Daisy are related, which is shocking in itself because they are so different. It's almost say really. That Nick is unfortunately related to Daisy. ]]> 2018-04-03 17:50:46 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235268 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235362 A bully. Simply put. A very hypercritical bully who is very sexist and racist. Believing that man and being white are superior. Saying "'It's up to us, who are the dominant race'" (TGG 7).  It is a very distasteful but also interesting statement. You don't know much about Tom besides what Fitzgerald reveals to the audience. He being a wealthy man, known because he buys Daisy a string of pearls costing at almost $350,000. Which of course entices Daisy. Tom is also a bit insecure. Not on the surface though. His insecurity roots itself deep within Tom. This can be seen as he flaunts his power. Almost showing off Myrtle to Nick almost as if he saying that there's nothing wrong with the relationship I have with her, it is perfectly okay.  As well as manipulating George to kill Gatsby. Several times Tom's jealously appears, but most noted perhaps is when Tom finally calls out Gatsby. "I picked him for a bootlegger the first time I saw him" (TGG 74). Diverting the attention from himself, Tom absentmindedly throws Gatsby under the bus; and for nothing. Gatsby hadn't done anything wrong really besides try and win Daisy back, which doesn't work. It's interesting watching the relationship develop between Tom and Gatsby, and how Tom beats down on Gatsby. The power that fear and jealousy can do to an individual. ]]> 2018-04-03 17:50:55 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235362 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235571 The audience isn't given much about George besides the fact that he is hard working and faithful to his spouse. He is also the only character that mentions god. Even for Fitzgerald that's big. Given the time period it was written. Perhaps George was the only "pure" character. He didn't cheat on his wife, he actually did what she asked of him. "Oh, sure," agreed Wilson hurriedly" (TGG 13). It seems as though George is almost intimidated by her. He also tell Myrtle that "good sees everything" (TGG 85). Meaning that unlike the rich, they can't just hide behind their money. This is something that sets apart George and Nick. Not a poor man, Nick often doesn't see the other side of things as much as he likes to try. He just knows not to judge anyone, while George actually understands and comprehends what it is like to be poor, and perhaps that's a factor that played into why he killed Gatsby. He was a rich man who "killed" his wife. George envied that about Gatsby. While also being deeply upset with the fact that he had now lost his wife on top of being poor. So there really isn't any reason, in George's mind as to why he should live anymore. He may see killing Gatsby as a favor to god, while also sacrificing himself so one less rich person could hide behind their money. ]]> 2018-04-03 17:51:19 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235571 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235907 Blinded by the need to have some sort of money to her name, whether it be good or bad. And that's where Tom comes into play. She tells Nick that she contemplated calling a police man. Something that make one run as fast as they could in the other direction. Myrtle doesn't though instead she convinces herself that she loves Tom. It's the fact that he could just get her to do anything that bewitches her, as well as the fact that he has money. Two things George doesn't have. It is almost not surprising that Myrtle is Tom's mistress, unlike Daisy she can be controlled. Crystal clear through the scene in the novel where Tom actually punches Myrtle and breaks her nose. Tom has no problem doing this, while if it was Daisy there would be some hesitation. Myrtle is easily manipulated, simply by the fact that she wants to become something more. Like Gatsby himself. She even likes to talk about the poor as though she isn't one of them. "'These people! You have to keep after them all the time'" (TGG 17). Myrtle struggles a lot with accepting the fact that she's poor, which ultimately leads to her own demise. ]]> 2018-04-03 17:51:52 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248235907 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248654303 Two of the novel's most important characters to the story line, though Jordan and Daisy are both rich girls, there are several things that make the two different. The first major one, Jordan being so modern. Willing to lie to get what she wants, as well as just being strong. Jordan proves, when Nick blows her off that she doesn't need a man telling Nick "I don't give a damn about you now'" (TGG 97).  Jordan displays her strength right there. She's willing, very easily to get out of something she doesn't want to be in. While on the other hand, Daisy is a very traditional girl. A woman who should be protected, by the man that loves her. Evident when Gatsby takes the blame for the killing of Myrtle. Daisy is seen as this very fragile and emotional lady, and that I think it what allows her to get away with loving both Gatsby and Tom.Both men don't want to hurt her, thus allowing for her basically get what she wants while Jordan in order to get what she wants would "cut off her golden arm" (TGG 19) before anyone could do it to her. Which is why her and Daisy are so different and I think that's why Fitzgerald incorporated her in the novel, to balance out the two. ]]> 2018-04-04 19:29:18 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248654303 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248658328 The green light is a huge symbol that happens to reoccur several times throughout the novel. The fact that it's green also reveals a lot about Gatsby. Green a very bright and hopeful color, which also align with Gatsby's dreams. While it is situated on Daisy's dock, it shows that Daisy is what Gatsby wants. In the first chapter, Gatsby "stretched out his arms toward the dark" (TGG 12) as though he's reaching for it. The green light is so close, yet so far. This is what troubles Gatsby. Daisy is just across the water and he can never reach her. Like most during the time period. The light also represents as Nick suggests, the American dream. This wonderful that can be accomplished by anyone. As we find out though, not all of our dreams come true. ]]> 2018-04-04 19:41:43 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248658328 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248661996 2018-04-04 19:51:58 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248661996 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248662881 2018-04-04 19:54:33 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248662881 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248663689 2018-04-04 19:57:02 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248663689 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248666591 The seasons are an important aspect to the novel. A subtle technique Fitzgerald uses to display an emotion or situation the audience understands perfectly. Nick begins with Winter. A desolate aspect to the novel. It represents the time after Gatsby's death. Nick struggles to full comprehend as to why Daisy was so careless. It is a dark time for Nick, because he lost his only real friend who understood him, even though Gatsby never reveals this to Nick. Then the audience is met with Spring. A rich time for all of the characters. It seems as though everything is going well. The plan to reunite Daisy and Gatsby working well. Then the audience gets to summer, also the climax of the novel. Where things truly begin to go badly for Gatsby. He not only is betrayed by Daisy, he also is called out for being a swindler. The heat during the summer represents the tension that surrounds Gatsby and Daisy as well as Tom. Then the novel ends with fall, which portrays Gatsby's inevitable downfall. ]]> 2018-04-04 20:05:20 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248666591 d0mlr https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248672279 The overall central idea of The Great Gatsby is the American Dream falling short in the 1920's. Fitzgerald uses Tom and Daisy to show the decay in moral values. The fact that Daisy's only real reason for loving Gatsby is for his money, and Tom a man who willingly cheats on his wife and acts as though it is perfectly okay. The difference between East and West Egg. America at the time was emerging from old money into new money, which was seen as risky. The empowerment of females, seen through Jordan. The 1920's were a time where women could be rebellious, and could actually flaunt themselves off. So many new and profound things erupted from the 20's, which greatly influenced the country at the time, and I think that's what Fitzgerald is trying to show in the novel. The way America had changed after the war. Things were changing, morals were breaking and that is what Fitzgerald is trying to show. That is what he wanted everyone to see, when he wrote The Great Gatsby. ]]> 2018-04-04 20:24:26 UTC https://padlet.com/d0mlr/hwii9yxernco/wish/248672279