F. Scott Fitzgerald and The Great Gatsby

The video explores the American Dream through the lens of the 1920s and F. Scott Fitzgerald's life and work, particularly 'The Great Gatsby'. It delves into the themes, symbolism, and literary techniques used in the novel, highlighting the social and moral commentary on the era's materialism and class divisions. Despite initial failure, 'The Great Gatsby' is now celebrated for its artistic merit and enduring relevance.

What decade is considered to have defined America like no other?

• 1940s

• 1930s

• 1920s

• 1910s

What was the initial public reaction to 'The Great Gatsby'?

• It was a bestseller

• It was a flop

• It received mixed reviews

• It was banned

Who was F. Scott Fitzgerald's first love?

• Daisy Buchanan

• Zelda Sayer

• Jordan Baker

• Ginevra King

Which character in 'The Great Gatsby' is considered the narrator?

• Nick Carraway

• George Wilson

• Tom Buchanan

• Jay Gatsby

What does the green light symbolize in 'The Great Gatsby'?

• All of the above

• Wealth

• The American Dream

• Hope

Which poet influenced Fitzgerald's writing style in 'The Great Gatsby'?

• John Keats

• William Wordsworth

• Robert Frost

• Emily Dickinson

What theme is heavily explored through Gatsby's relationship with time?

• Wealth

• Morality

• Inaccessibility of the past

• Love

How many copies of 'The Great Gatsby' had been sold by the time of Fitzgerald's death?

• 1,000,000

• 100,000

• 50,000

• 21,000