The Great Gatsby
Learning Objective
I can identify and explain the significance of the American Dream as a central theme in The Great Gatsby.
Practice Questions
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1. Define the American Dream as it is presented in The Great Gatsby. How does Fitzgerald portray this concept through the character of Jay Gatsby?
2. Discuss how the setting of the Roaring Twenties influences the characters' pursuit of the American Dream in The Great Gatsby. Provide specific examples from the text.
3. Analyze the relationship between Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan. How does their relationship reflect the broader themes of the American Dream and its disillusionment?
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