Themes and Symbols in The Great Gatsby

The video explores F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby' as a critique of the American Dream, highlighting themes of materialism, social status, love, and time. It examines the superficiality of the 1920s society and the characters' pursuit of wealth and status, ultimately questioning the attainability and authenticity of the American Dream.

What is the American Dream as depicted in 'The Great Gatsby'?

• A set of ideals for achieving prosperity regardless of background.

• A dream of owning a large mansion.

• A desire to travel the world.

• A wish to become a famous actor.

How does James Gatz transform into Jay Gatsby?

• By marrying into wealth.

• By winning a lottery.

• By inheriting a fortune.

• Through hard work and reinvention.

What does the novel suggest about materialism in the 1920s?

• It was a period of economic decline.

• People were uninterested in wealth.

• Materialism was equated with success.

• It was a time of great moral values.

What is the one thing Gatsby cannot attain despite his wealth?

• A luxurious car.

• Daisy's love.

• A successful business.

• A large estate.

What message does the novel convey about the American Dream for the lower class?

• It is a harsh reality.

• It is irrelevant.

• It is easily attainable.

• It guarantees happiness.

What does Gatsby's love for Daisy symbolize?

• The death of love itself.

• The success of true love.

• A simple relationship.

• A happy ending.

How does time affect Gatsby and Nick in the novel?

• They are indifferent to time.

• Time is a source of joy for them.

• Time is irrelevant to their lives.

• They are troubled by past and future.

What differentiates 'new money' from 'old money' in the novel?

• New money lacks social graces.

• Old money is earned through hard work.

• New money is inherited.

• Old money is associated with poverty.

What does the novel portray about society in the 1920s?

• A time of moral integrity.

• An era of social and moral decay.

• A time of cultural enlightenment.

• A period of economic stability.

How is superficiality depicted through the characters in the novel?

• Their lives are characterized by luxury and directionlessness.

• They reject wealth and power.

• They are deeply connected to reality.

• They lead meaningful lives.