The Great Gatsby Flashcard Ch. 5-7

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Why did Gatsby fire all his servants?

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He wanted somebody who wouldn't gossip because Daisy comes over quite often in the afternoons.

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What does Gatsby want from Daisy?

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He wants her to leave Tom for him and say she never loved Tom.

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What had the green light on the dock meant to Gatsby?

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It stood for his vision of his future with Daisy.

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What happens on the way home from New York?

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Daisy is driving Gatsby's car. She hits Myrtle Wilson but keeps driving.

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What did Dan Cody do for Jay Gatsby?

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He educated Gatsby about money and the people who have it.

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What is the significance of the green light in 'The Great Gatsby'?

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It symbolizes Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future, particularly his desire for Daisy.

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How does Gatsby's past influence his present actions?

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Gatsby's humble beginnings and his desire for wealth drive him to pursue Daisy and the American Dream.

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What role does Nick Carraway play in the story?

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Nick serves as the narrator and provides insight into Gatsby's character and the events of the story.

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What does the valley of ashes represent in the novel?

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It symbolizes the moral and social decay resulting from the uninhibited pursuit of wealth.

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How does Tom Buchanan's character contrast with Gatsby's?

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Tom represents old money and privilege, while Gatsby represents new money and the pursuit of the American Dream.