The Great Gatsby - Themes and Ideas
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The Great Gatsby - Themes and Ideas
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Introduction to Themes and Ideas
This section introduces the key themes explored in 'The Great Gatsby', including the American Dream, wealth and social class, love and obsession, and the decline of morality. Understanding these themes will deepen your comprehension of the novel's messages and Fitzgerald's critique of 1920s American society.
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Questions on Themes and Ideas
Answer the following questions to explore the major themes of the novel.
1.
Which theme is primarily explored through the character of Jay Gatsby and his pursuit of wealth?
[2 marks]AThe decline of morality
BLove and obsession
CThe American Dream
DSocial inequality
2.
How does Fitzgerald portray the theme of social class in the novel?
3.
In your own words, describe how the theme of love is presented in the novel.
4.
Which quote best illustrates the theme of the decline of morality in the novel?
[2 marks]A"Gatsby believed in the green light, the orgastic future that year by year recedes before us."
B"They were careless people, that’s what they are."
C"I hope she’ll be a fool—that’s the best thing a girl can be in this world."
D"So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past."
5.
What does the novel suggest about the American Dream?
[2 marks]AIt guarantees success for everyone.
BIt is purely about wealth and materialism.
CIt is an achievable goal through hard work.
DThat it is often an illusion that leads to disillusionment and moral decay.
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Do you think Fitzgerald presents the American Dream as a positive or negative force? Explain your reasoning with examples from the text.
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