American Lit: Chapters 3-5

What is the secret connection between Gatsby and Daisy? What does Gatsby hope for? Why does he throw his elaborate parties?Respond in one well written paragraph.Why did Gatsby buy his house? Why does he think he needs such a mansion?Respond in one well written paragraph.

The connection between Gatsby and Daisy is that he fell in love with her. He was hoping that if he threw a lot of parties that she would show up, because he couldn't let go of not having her. He throws elaborate parties because he wants to seem popular and he also wants Daisy to show up. Lots of people come to his parties to party like stars. At these parties peoplecame to his house for the parties, and to use his pool, boats, car, and much more.

I think he bought the house to make another popular statement. He needs a house like this to make a statement and to still seem on top. But he also bought it thinking that he could win Daisy back. He doesn't want to lose popularity. He tries to impress everyone including Daisy by getting this big house.

American Lit Great Gatsby Ch 2

What image watches over the "Valley of Ashes?" What do you think this symbol represents?

The valley of ashes was a description of land that intersected with the city. It feels very grey and lonely. I think this is supposed to represent how Doctor Eckleburgs eyes, but I also think it could be meaning how Nick and Myrtle first met too.

American Lit Great Gatsby Ch 1

Write a paragraph identifying each character introduced in these chapters. Add any identifying phrases about each one.. Also add any information which links one character to another.

Gatsby was the first one introduced into this book. They made it sound like he was a really rich man and that all the poorer people looked up to him.

Tom Buchanon was introduced because he is a richer man, and Mr. Carraway was driving over to have dinner at their families' house. He had known Tom in college.

Demaine was the oil man.

Daisy and Miss Baker were people from the Buchanon family.