Early in the novel, Nick says of Gatsby that he “turned out all right at the end” (p.2) Later, however, …

In the final chapter, Nick describes Tom and Daisy as “careless people.” Are they? Are they each careless in their …

Surprisingly, Tom Buchanan and George Wilson are actually similar in many ways. Be sure to focus on their attitudes toward …

Analyze each of the novel’s locations (West Egg, East Egg, the Valley of Ashes, and New York City), and explain …

Why do Daisy and Tom stay together? What does it mean to be wealthy? Do responsibilities come with money? Does …

Are Gatsby’s actions believably motivated? Explain why or why not. What makes F. Scott Fitzgerald’s writing style unique and/or effective? …

Is the story of The Great Gatsby believable? Why or why not? Where is the climax of the story? Explain …

How does Fitzgerald treat New York City? What is permissible in the urban space that is taboo on the Eggs? …

What does the green light symbolize to Gatsby? To Nick? How does Fitzgerald juxtapose the different regions of America? Does …

Analyze Fitzgerald’s conception of the American Dream. Does he view it as totally dead, or is it possible to revive …