Chapter 6 - Analysis Flashcards

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What does Gatsby’s self-made success link to contextually? What is his identity part of?

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American Dream

A plan to sound more interesting while being successful

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What does Gatsby seem like a typical member of? Why?

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“New money”

His rumours are only half-truths

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Who do tensions continue to build around? What do they represent?

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Tom and Gatsby

Old and new money

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What does Gatsby lack in comparison to old money? What does he fail to understand?

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Social graces

His invitation to Tom’s dinner was only for politeness

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What does Tom grow suspicious of? What does he not like?

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Gatsby’s intentions

Daisy associating herself with him

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What struggle is shown that emphasises old love is difficult to fix? What obstacle is too big for Gatsby to overcome?

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Daisy didn’t enjoy herself at Gatsby’s party

Old and new money

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What does Nick remark about Gatsby while recalling his and Daisy’s first kiss?

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He has “appalling sentimentality”

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What could Nick be appalled about? Why?

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Gatsby’s feelings

He has idealised her into something that can’t be mended

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