The Great Gatsby

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What are the 'eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg'?

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An illustration on a billboard overlooking the valley of ashes.

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What is Jay Gatsby's real name and where is he originally from?

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James Gatz; North Dakota.

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What happens at the scene of the car wreck at the end of Gatsby's party?

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Owl Eyes was NOT the car's driver.

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What is 'special' about Nick's invitation to Gatsby's party?

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Nick seems to be one of only a few people actually invited to the party.

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Why does Myrtle regret marrying her husband, Wilson?

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Because he is poor.

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What does the green light symbolize in The Great Gatsby?

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The unattainable dream and Gatsby's hope for the future.

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How does Fitzgerald use the valley of ashes in the novel?

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As a symbol of moral and social decay resulting from the uninhibited pursuit of wealth.

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What role does Nick Carraway play in the story?

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He is the narrator and serves as a moral compass for the other characters.

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What is the significance of the character Daisy Buchanan?

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She represents the American Dream and the idea of wealth and beauty.

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How does Gatsby's past influence his present?

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His humble beginnings drive his desire for wealth and status.