The Great Gatsby: Analysis & Annotation
English
Grade 7
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet designed to engage Grade 7 students in analysis and annotation of key themes and techniques in The Great Gatsby, focusing on the 1920s Jazz Age setting.
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The Great Gatsby: Analysis & Annotation
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Grade Grade 7
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Scene Summary and Context
The Great Gatsby, set during the Roaring Twenties, vividly depicts the exuberance and excess of the Jazz Age. The story revolves around Jay Gatsby, a wealthy man known for his lavish parties and mysterious background. The novel explores themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream. This scene introduces the opulence of Gatsby's mansion, where music, dance, and luxury symbolize the era's exuberance. The quote, 'the lights grow brighter as the night goes on,' captures the lively atmosphere. The novel uses this setting to critique the illusions of wealth and happiness that defined the period. Gatsby’s parties, filled with guests eager for entertainment, reflect the era's social dynamism but also its superficiality. The narrative provides insight into the contrasting lives of characters like Nick Carraway, Daisy Buchanan, and Tom Buchanan, highlighting the disparities of the 1920s society. The scene encapsulates the essence of Jazz Age excess and sets the tone for the novel’s exploration of the American Dream’s corruption.
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Questions
Answer the following questions based on the scene summary and context.
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What era does The Great Gatsby take place in, and what are its main characteristics?
[2 marks]2.
Describe how Gatsby's mansion and parties symbolize the themes of the novel.
[3 marks]3.
Identify and explain one literary technique used in the scene summary.
[2 marks]4.
In what ways does the scene reflect the superficiality of the 1920s society?
[3 marks]5.
Explain the significance of the quote: 'the lights grow brighter as the night goes on.'
[2 marks]6.
Identify one literary device in the quote provided and describe its effect.
[2 marks]7.
Reflecting on the scene, how do Gatsby's parties serve as a critique of the American Dream?
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Create a short creative writing prompt inspired by the scene. Include a checklist of three elements to include in your writing.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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