Elsa Turcios Ms.Tuttle Per.7 The author uses plot structure and organization to contribute to meaning or the theme by introducing almost all the main characters. He also gives a full insight of who the main character is and the setting as well.
Elsa Turcios Ms.Tuttle Per.7 The author uses plot structure and organization to contribute the meaning or the theme by illustrating dissatisfaction. One character that gives a full insight of dissatisfaction is Tom Buchanan by having an affair with Myrtle Wilson.An example of this is when Myrtle's sister Catherine is having a conversation with Nick.Catherine leaned close to me and whispered in my ear: "Neither of them can stand the person they're married too."(Ch.2) The setting can give the audience insight into the meaning by potraying mood as in attitude or how they feel and also there conditions. In this case it would be social conditions because the author gives imagery and the that can help the audience a lot.
Great start, Elsa. Now you have to tell me what the theme or meaning is (be precise and specific), and which characters give us this insight. Also, how does the setting give the audience insight into the meaning? Give textual evidence to support your ideas.
Bolaji Sobowale, Ms. Tuttle per. 7 I strongly agree Elsa, because of Fitzgerald detail in who and where in the story give more meaning of what goes on in the book and also help readers visua;ize with a good meaning in the theme.
Fitzgerald used plot structure to contribute to the importance of social class during the 1920s. Although Jay Gatsby was affiliated with criminal activities, like selling alcohol, he was accepted by society because of his wealth, and mysterious background so no one knew what he truly did for a living and how he became so wealthy. Gatsby threw lavish parties every week to let others know that he is wealthy and hope that the parties would attract Daisy and she would show up. Because of Tom's family's past, he and Daisy grew up rich and were considered "Old Money." Gatsby went to serve in the war when he knew Daisy before she got married with Tom. Gatsby says to Tom during an argument, "She only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me. It was a terrible mistake, but in her heart she never loved anyone except me!" (Fitzgerald 130) This shows the impact of social class during the Roaring 20s upon a person's past and present.
I agree with your theme also Pat (the importance of social class). But besides how wealth plays an important part during the 1920s, the moral values also declined. Since money is the only thing they value, they're starting to forget about their own manners and reputation. How you state "[Daisy] only married [Tom] because [Gatsby] was poor..."(Pg. 130), it explains how the society chase after money more than staying faithful to keep their moral values and a good relationship.
Fitzergald uses plot structure and organization to convey the theme by fusing the past with the present. Gatsby one of the main characters focused too much on his past with Diasy, instead of his own future. Although, Gatsby was living physically in the present, mentally his life was still based in his past experinces. Nick states, "and his dream....he could hardly fail to grasp it. He did not know that it was already behind him."(Ch.9) Fitzergald recaptures the past to depict how Gatsby love for Diasy fueld his inner desire to get rich, even if it was illegal. The setting is very vital because it shows the moral standard in the 1920s between the rich and the poor. Gatsby says "she only married you because I was poor and she was tired of wiating for me."(ch.7) Fitzergald use of flashblack portarys to the reader that because of Gatsby and Diasy different moral status affected their relationship, it eventually influenced Gatsby to acquire wealth to earn Diasy love back. Therefore, Gatsby whole premise was to gain Diasy back, although Diasy had already moved on with her life.
I agree with this because Gatsby really does rely too much on his past with Daisy, which fuels his actions and desire to win her back with his newfound wealth. This also ties into the upper class's fickle personality, because Daisy only married Tom for his money even though she was in love with Gatsby.
The author uses plot structure to bring a sense of mystery to the higher social class. He also undermines the theory of happiness during the 1920's though the main character's emotions. Throughout the novel the main characters take part in many events that lead you to question their well-being. Tom buchanan ,who is rich, cheats on his wife with the wife of a mechanic on several occasions. Although this may have been normal for the men of the 1920's, Tom strikes miss wilson when she brings up his wife's name. Besides tom's riches he is unhappy and ashamed of his secret life. The author continues to bring unhappiness to the upper class when describing "the great gatsby". After going into detail about his wealth, he states that he was "standing alone on the marble steps looking from one grop to another" besides his wealth he is also lonely and to everyone else (who knows nothing about him) very mysterious and had alot to hide.
I agree because Gatsby threw parties inviting people that he didn't know just to impress Diasy because his wealth didn't make him happy Diasy did. In ch.7 Gatsby states, "she only married you because i was poor." Gatsby weatlh depicts that wealth matter more than true love, and whenever money is a first priorty shows a moral decline not only Gatsby part but in the 1920s all together.
I think that the theme of the book is that gatsby was so obsess with money, and i think that he wasnt in love with daisy, he was in love with her fame and since he was a little boy he dream of being a rich men. geovany irineo 2nd ms. tuttle
Mabel Castro 3rd period ms.tuttle I actually disagree with you,Geovany, I think that Gatspy did wanted money but I think his major reason was for Daisy because in chapter 8 Gatspy tells Nick of the first time he met Daisy. I can personally say that I think that Gatspy was in love with Daisy because of the ahor gives details about how they spent their time together also creating imagery. The author tells us that Gatspy lied to Daisy because he knew he wasn't like her since she was wealthy and he wasn't, he made her believe that because he actually wanted a chance with her. Though in chapter 8 it also says that the more people seemed to like her the more attractive she became to him, I dont think that that initially means he only wants her for her fame.
I second Mabel's response. I believe Gatsby was actually in love with Daisy. I wouldn't say Gatsby was "obsessed" with money but rather preoccupied in doing whatever it took to have the money necessary to win Daisy over. Of course, he might have over done the amount of wealth at which he had, as seen in chapter 3, "..his Rolls-Royce became an omnibus, bearing parties to and from the city..And on Mondays eight servants, including an extra gardener, toiled all day," does show the extent at how some of Gatsby possessions were un-needed. But that can't possibly mean he was obsessed with money Geo. Also when you think of the word, fame, you would see it as a celebrity, a person of great popularity and exaltation..but Daisy is neither of the following. If anything Gatsby should be considered as the man of "fame."
I'd have to agree and disagree with Mabel. Initially, he had an obsession with wealth. The man who caused this spark of interest was Dan Cody, who gave him a taste of the rich life. Now he wanted a certain lifestyle (rich) because "he was in turn steward, mate, skipper, secretary, and even jailor"(71) and he was working with Dan Cody. After this man died, Gatsby wanted more than just the taste of rich lifestyle, he wanted the full grasp and he achieved it. It wasn't after he met Daisy that he started using his wealth to attract her because he liked her. That's when the type of lifestyle that he wanted change. I wasn't really about the money, but more about Daisy, who unfortunately had married Tom at the time because he was at war and he was still considered poor at the time.
F.Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization to contribute to the meaning of the theme by incorporating flashback and symbolism into the story. "He stretched out his arm toward the dark water in a curious way.. I glanced seaward--and distinguished nothing except a single green light".(chapter1) The author uses symbolism to bring a twist into the story. When the reader reads this, they don't know exactly why he's reaching out toward the green light or what it means. The green light is symbolic because its almost a representation of Daisy. "Gatsby bought the house so that Daisy would be just across the bay".(chapter4) explains how the green light symbolizes Daisy which was as close as he could get to her. Also, the flashback is in effect because unless the reader reads further into the story, then he or she won't exactly understand the significance of that "green light"
I agree that Fitzgerald uses symbolism quite a bit in this story. The billboard of Dr. TJ Eckelburg is seem throughout the story as looking down on the characters. The billboard can be seen as symbolic because it is as if god is looking down and them and their every actions. Everytime that they are on the road they see the billboard staring right back at them."“I spoke to her,” he muttered, after a long silence. “I told her she might fool me but she couldn’t fool God. I took her to the window.”— with an effort he got up and walked to the rear window and leaned with his face pressed against it ——” and I said ‘God knows what you’ve been doing, everything you’ve been doing. You may fool me, but you can’t fool God!’” Standing behind him, Michaelis saw with a shock that he was looking at the eyes of Doctor T. J. Eckleburg, which had just emerged, pale and enormous, from the dissolving night."(Online,chapter 8)
Through the plot structure presented in paragraphs 4-5, Fitzgerald slowly builds up to the climax of a reunion between Jay Gatsby and whom he adores, Daisy Buchanan, revealing Gatsby's affection and desires towards miss Daisy. Fitzgerald emphasizes Gatsby demand to see Daisy, "...if you’ll invite Daisy to your house some afternoon and then let him come over." (Chapter 4) and later discloses Gatsby's feelings towards her, "He hadn’t once ceased looking at Daisy... he stared around at his possessions in a dazed way, as though in her actual and astounding presence none of it was any longer real." (Chapter 5) to provide proof on what Daisy means to him and uncover another piece of the mysterious Jay Gatsby.
Fitzgerald uses plot structure to show how the social and moral values in the 1920s declined significantly. The author introduces many characters to show the corruption of the values such as Daisy, Tom Bunchanan, and of course Jay Gatsby. Tom is a wealthy man, a high class in the society according to Fitzgerald, but he has a “supercilious manner” (Ch.1) which means the moral values of the upper class has dropped because of their manners. Tom’s and Daisy’s marriage also portrays the decline in social and moral values because it was full of dishonesty. The picture of Tom cheats on Daisy was created when she finds out “Tom’s got some woman in New York” (Ch.1) after she receives a phone call for Tom from a woman. The lies in their relationship explain how they don’t have respects towards each other and don’t pay much attention about their reputation. About Jay Gatsby when he’s rich, he always has parties and “all these people came to Gatsby’s house in the summer” (Ch.4) shows how the society is under the influence. The people are irresponsible because they just know how to have fun, get drunk, and not thinking about their future and a good life with a high reputation, social, and moral values.
I agree ,at the same time the author utilizes plot structure to imply the restless strain for more pleasure and money ,over morality. The dissolution of the "American Dream " in an era of unparalleled success; suddenly prosperity is what defines the worth of Fitzgerald's characters "oh I'll stay in the East you don't worry, I’d be a God damned fool to live anywhere else"(Chpt. 1). Fitzgerald creates secret lives for each character to symbolize that significant decline in social and moral values. For instance Tom and Daisy's marriage, it is no longer apart of the "American Dream",but a union of impurities. The value of marriage is no longer sacred, "Tom's got some women in New York"(Chpt 19), who calls him while he is at dinner with his wife. Fitzgerald uses plot structure to embody the very dream he sought after and watched deteriorate because of the need find pleasure or worth through success.
The plot contributes to the theme of carelessness and indifference in the wealthy upper class. Fitzgerald demonstrates this when the Buchanans escape the mess they have made, which resulted in Gatsby's unfortunate end. The author elaborates on their indifference at Gatsby's funeral when Nick remembers "that Daisy hadn't sent a message or a flower"(Ch.9). This shows how indifferent and changing the Buchanans really are, especially Daisy who was suppossedly in love with Gatsby. No one shows up for Gatby's funeral except Nick and a few others, which truly shows how uncaring the wealthy upper class is, when "they used to go there by the hundreds" as one visitor said (Ch.9) This also shows carelessness on the upper class's behalf because now that Gatsby has nothing to offer, no one shows up.
Jasmine Garcia Tuttle/7th period I agree with Veronica because like she said all the events seen throught the novel led the reader or at least myself to the conclusion that the upper class feels a big indifference between them and the lower one . For example example the West Egg where Nick lives is discribed as "...the less fasionable of the two."(Ch.1) Through this a clear line is drawn between the the two classes.
Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization to contribute to the theme by integrating situational irony throughout the story. In chapter seven Fitzgerald uses situational irony to complete the transition phase into the conclusion of the book. Fitzgerald writes "shall we all go in my car?' suggested Gatsby... "Is it standard shift?' demanded Tom, "Well, you take my coupe and let me drive your car to town"... "we slid to an abrupt dusty stop under Wilson's sign."... "Myrtle Wilson was peering down at the car" (Chapter Seven) The irony revolving the scene is the fact that Gatsby's car was the same car used in Myrtle's hit and run murder. Tom asked "what happened?- that's what I want to know." "Auto hit her. Instantly killed." "She ran out ina road. Son-of-a-bitch didn't even stopus car."... " the one coming from N'York knock right into her,"... "It was a yellow car, big yellow car. New." (Chapter Seven) No one could envision Myrtle's death especially not her because the last time she saw the car Tom was driving and he claimed the car to be his own. The next time she saw the car Gatsby (the real owner) and Daisy were driving back from New York. Suppose Fitzgerald hadn't specifically wrote that Tom stopped for gas in Gatsby's car at Wilson's Garage then Myrtle's death and the chain of events after Myrtle's death would not have played out because Myrtle would not have known Tom was in the car therefore she would not have approached the car and she would not be dead.
Fitzgerald utilizes the traditional chronological plot structure which includes a series of accumulating events, paralleling Daisy’s emotions toward Mr. Gatsby. This further connects to the theme of shallow empty-hearted upper class mentality Fitzgerald expresses throughout the plot and Daisy tends to embody. As the story unfolds Mr. Jay Gatsby’s identity is quite admirable, a man with a Grand mansion, exclusive cars, and the most extravagant parties, he seemed to be sitting on a empire,“…his Rolls-Royce became an omnibus, bearing parties to and from the city between nine in the morning…eight servants”(ch3). Simultaneously his love interest Daisy, a married upper class women from the East egg, is passionately intrigued by Gatsby’s impressive front at their reunion, which the plot is also unraveling, “Daisy admired this…silhouette against the sky, admired the gardens, the sparkling odor of jonquils… plum blossoms and the pale gold odor of kiss-me-at-the-gate”(ch5). Fitzgerald continues to build the story chronologically and portrays how Daisy slowly begins to distance herself as she realizes Gatsby's worthy character to be quite phony, therefore declining all of his earned credibility along with her "love". As Tom antagonizes Gatsby, Daisy has instantly changed sides – including her love interest for the time being. “…denying everything, defending his name against accusations that had not been made…with every word she was drawing further and further into herself…the dead dream fought on as the afternoon slipped away…”(ch7). This event is the climax, the plot from here begins to decline on Gatsby’s’ behalf moving towards the resolution, or rather his death. Although he has genuine love for Daisy her upper class mentality and shallowness will not let her overcome the fact that Gatsby “bootlegged” his social status, but only to meet her standards. Fitzgerald states, “Then wear the gold hat, if that will move her;” (Fitzgerald) …This quote is resembled metaphorically all throughout the plot, Gatsby manages to wear the hat to satisfy Daisy, but unfortunately not long enough to meet her superficial requirements.
i agree with you claim Zarrin. Fitzgerald writes"She's got an indiscreet voice," "It's full of --" "Her voice is full of money" (Chapter Seven) Throughout the book it states Daisy's love of money and wealth. The quote signifies that she craves and lusts for money with every word she speaks. Daisy chose Tom in the end because there was always money and there would always be money, honest money at that. Gatsby "bootlegged" his way to wealth and if he wasn't killed in the the end who is to say that his wealth wasn't going to run out or that his actions wouldn't have been reported to the authorities. Get rich quick schemes are never permanent, they offer solace in times of discomfort.
The author uses plot structure to form sequence of events in the story that motivates the purpose to drive the story to it's resolution.The story was based on the time period of the 1920's which contribute to the structure of the theme.Fitzgerald uses the theme to communicate on common grounds with the readers by using situations such as Jay Gatsby not being wealthy enough to be with Daisy. Gatsby says "...she only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me"(chapter7),during the 1920's wealth marring wealth was common and highly valued in the upper class society. because of the high expectations Gatsby goes to extreme measures to win daisy's heart again.
People often find themselves chasing the “American Dream” throughout the course of their lives. Unfortunately many die on the rigorous journey without having any success. Some people, however, go on about their lives failing to see the profound meaning in what the Dream actually is. In The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization in order to portray the theme of discontent with the decline of the American Dream in the 1920s. Fitzgerald interprets his message through his main characters and the use of the setting; the outskirts of New York. The author purposely chose New York because the city resembles much more than just its literal state; New York symbolizes a city of opportunity. Fitzgerald tries to emphasize the shrewd meaning of the American Dream- life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness- and not the obscured materialistic aspect of it that so many have envisioned as the rightful significance. Nonetheless, it is this distorted image that has led to the demise of the actual Dream. All through the novel characters depict discontent with their lives. Many would think that someone who appears to have themselves together and is well off has reached the American Dream, but Daisy who seems to have it all and has “…been everywhere…seen everything and done everything…” (19) is still dissatisfied with her life. Daisy makes this evident by her sobbing at the mere fact that Gatsby owns “…such beautiful shirts…” that she has “…never seen… before” (107), regardless of how many luxuries she owns herself. Fitzgerald expresses his disgust and discontent through Daisy’s character, which revolves her world around the riches in life instead of seeing the literal meaning of the American Dream. In contrast to Daisy, Fitzgerald places Gatsby in the novel in order to portray someone who is self made and lives a luxurious life, but is not content because he is still on the pursuit of happiness and has yet to fulfill the actual American Dream. Gatsby demonstrates that he indeed knows what the Dream is by saying, “What [is] the use of doing great things if I could have a better time telling [Daisy] what I [am] going to do?" (158). In his statement, Gatsby insinuates that he doesn’t care for the extraordinary things that he could accomplish, but instead only yearns to be with Daisy, the love of his life. Gatsby, like many others, died on his journey of reaching the American Dream. In fact, “…[Gatsby’s] dream must have seemed so close that he could hardly fail to grasp it…” (189). Using plot structure and organization, Fitzgerald achieved his purpose of demonstrating the theme of discontent and disgust with those who do not understand and are naïve to the essence of the American Dream.
The author utilizes plot structure to imply the restless strain for more pleasure and money ,over morality. The dissolution of the "American Dream " in an era of unparalleled success; suddenly prosperity is what defines the worth of Fitzgerald's characters "oh I'll stay in the East you don't worry, I’d be a God damned fool to live anywhere else"(Chpt. 1). Fitzgerald creates secret lives for each character to symbolize that significant decline in social and moral values. For instance Tom and Daisy's marriage, it is no longer apart of the "American Dream",but a union of impurities. The value of marriage is no longer sacred, "Tom's got some women in New York"(Chpt 19), who calls him while he is at dinner with his wife. Fitzgerald uses plot structure to embody the very dream he sought after and watched deteriorate because of the need find pleasure or worth through success.
In agreement with Emily, the plot has been even more brought out because of the characters actions. As mentioned by others, the "American Dream" of being able to get what you want and do what you want is what Gatsby wanted. The fact that Tom and Daisy are seen as "heartless and unknowing" throughout the story because of their actions (mainly Tom's) shows, as before mentioned, a decline in Gatsby's "dream" because of a lack of good moral value during the Prohibition.
Fitzgerald conveys the theme using flashbacks to organize his story in a way that creates a curious and mysterious new side to the misconception of the upper class. Many people create assumptions based on what they see or hear but they never look far enough into it to prove what they assume to be certain. The narrator, Nick Callaway, describes Gatsby and other “upper class members” through flashbacks of their awkward meetings and past incidents. Although many try to be gentile to Nick, Nick pays close attention and remembers their odd expressions and body language that produce a bizarre memory. Thereby, based on his flashbacks, Callaway realizes that the upper class is not elite, versus the generalization that many other people make believing that the upper class is “better” or “more worthy” than all others. “Their interest rather touched me and made them less remotely rich — nevertheless; I was confused and a little disgusted as I drove away”. (ch1)
The theme of The Great Gatsby is that people in the 1920s weren’t pursuing the American Dream, with the American Dream in mind. Many Americans consider the American Dream to represent the desires of the people who come to America. One of those desires is to have a prosperous life; this includes making money and living a better life. In The Great Gatsby F. Scott Fitzgerald demonstrates this theme by giving the main character, Jay Gatsby, this motivation. Fitzgerald writes The Great Gatsby from the perspective of Nick Carraway, in first person point of view, allowing Nick to show Gatsby’s life, past and present. This is important since Nick is Gatsby’s neighbor, permitting him to give the reader some insight on Gatsby, and Daisy’s cousin once remove, Daisy is the person who Gatsby loves. Since Nick is able to be around Gatsby and Daisy he seems like a reliable person for telling Gatsby’s false perusal of the American Dream. In the American Dream people look to help themselves, without depending on other people, but this is not the case for Gatsby. In chapter 7 page 130 paragraph 13, Gatsby tells Tom that “[Daisy] only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me.” This shows that Gatsby was pursuing the American Dream not to live a prosperous life but to become wealthy in order to be able to live out his life with Daisy’s love. The plot plays an important role since in the beginning Nick discovers that Tom has a mistress. Myrtle, Tom’s mistress, was cheating on her husband, George Wilson, causing Tom to become the overprotective, jealous type of people since he feared that Daisy would cheat on him. The plot continues with Tom’s discovery that Gatsby and Daisy were having a possible affair leading to the argument between Tom and Gatsby at the hotel. If Tom had not had a reason to argue with Gatsby then the fact that Gatsby aimed to become wealthy for Daisy could have evaded some readers causing the theme to be lost. Therefore the plot of all the affairs occurring in The Great Gatsby was essential in demonstrating that there are some people who pursue the American Dream because they want to better their lives while there are also some people who pursue the American Dream only to impress people and get what they want.
Levi Saucedo Tuttle 1st Period I agree that many of the people from the 1920s lost sight of the American dream after the war. The war caused them to lose sight of their goals and ideals because of how devastating it was to them. However, I don't think Gatsby's Pursuit of the American dream began as a desire for Daisy. I believe his desire rose from meeting Dan Cody and being able to experience what wealth was like on Cody's yacht. After the death of Cody, Gatsby was left with a desire for wealth and what he then perceived as the American dream. However, I will agree that Gatsby lost sight of this dream and replaced it with the one involving Daisy. This change is what eventually needs to his downfall. I would also like to mention that Tom was not overprotective because of his own affair. He began his long list of affairs as early as the honeymoon. I don't believe his portion makes much contribution the theme you're referring to. However, I do agree that Gatsby uses a certain timeline to emphasize the change in Gatsby's motivations and dreams, and the results of these new pursuits.
It wasn't so much a lack of people pursuing the Dream than a lack or degradation in the popular moral. Wealth, or rather the "success" it represents, can be seen as a goal of the American Dream, and there is not a lack of people who either seek wealth or have wealth. The description of the innocent yet ambitious James Gatz pre-war is very much a reflection of the ideals Americans had during the same period. In the same vein, the Jay Gatsby who continues to pursue Daisy even after making a name and a fortune for himself through unsavory means would be the depraved America that endlessly hungers for more. It is only after showing this Gatsby that Fitzgerald reveals James Gatz to serve as a reminder of what America was about.
The author uses plot structure and organization to show the moral value of greed in the roaring 20s to achieve the american dream. Jay Gastby, for example not only wanted more money but also wanted the american dream version of a family that was portrayed during that time period. Gastby's greed for Daisy's love was so powerful that her wanted her to leave Tom and runaway with him. "after she was free, there were to go back to Louisville and be married from her house-just as if it were five years ago".(ch.6) This is where his greediness for his american dream is shown. Another example where greed is displayed is when Daisy only married Tom because he had money, showing her that she only wanted money instead of love. Gatsby says "she only married you because I was poor and she was tired of wiating for me".(ch.7)
I agree with u Johnny, greed did have a major impact on the "roaring 20's" generations. Gatsby was a man so consumed in his wealth and want for Daisy that he alone describes the authors theme in portraying The American Dream at that particular time.
People often find themselves chasing the “American Dream”throughout the course of their lives. Unfortunately many die on the rigorous journey without having anysuccess. Some people, however,go on about their lives failing to see the profoundmeaning in what the Dream actually is. In The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization in order to portray the theme of discontent with the decline of the American Dream in the 1920s. Fitzgerald interprets his message through his main characters and the use of the setting; the outskirts of New York. The author purposely chose New York because the city resembles much more than just its literal state; New York symbolizes a city of opportunity. Fitzgerald tries to emphasize the shrewd meaning of the American Dream- life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness- and not the obscured materialistic aspect of it that so many have envisioned as the rightful significance. Nonetheless, it is this distorted image that has led to the demise of the actual Dream. All through the novel characters depict discontent with their lives. Many would think that someone who appears to have themselves together and is well off has reached the American Dream, but Daisy who seems to have it all and has “…been everywhere…seen everything and done everything…” (19) is still dissatisfied with her life. Daisy makes this evident by her sobbing at the mere fact that Gatsby owns “…such beautiful shirts…” that she has “…never seen… before” (107), regardless of how many luxuries she owns herself. Fitzgerald expresses his disgust and discontent through Daisy’s character, which revolves her world around the riches in life instead of seeing the literal meaning of the American Dream. In contrast to Daisy, Fitzgerald places Gatsby in the novel in order to portray someone who is self made and lives a luxurious life, but is not content because he is still on the pursuit of happiness and has yet to fulfill the actual American Dream. Gatsby demonstrates that he indeed knows what the Dream is by saying, “What [is] the use of doing great things if I could have a better time telling [Daisy] what I [am] going to do?" (158). In his statement, Gatsby insinuates that he doesn’t care for the extraordinary things that he could accomplish, but instead only yearns to be with Daisy, the love of his life. Gatsby, like many others, died on his journey of reaching the American Dream. In fact, “…[Gatsby’s] dream must have seemed so close that he could hardly fail to grasp it…” (189). Using plot structure and organization, Fitzgerald achieved his purpose of demonstrating the theme of discontent and disgust with those who do not understand and are naïve to the essence of the American Dream.
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Mabel Castro 3rd period tuttle I believe that Fitzgerald was trying to portray his own life in the book at a certain extent. To me the author was the eyes in the billboard watching all of the characters playing the role of what could have been his own outcome in life. Fitzgerald was trying to express that having publicity and money doesn't make you have a happy life but it just creates an illusion to everyone, and even yourself, that you are happy with your life. For example, Gatspy would host extravagent parties, inviting people who he didn't even know, to show everyone he had an exciting life but this was all an illusion made just to attract Daisy, not only that but Gatspy wouldn't even attend to some of his parties. In the end, Gatspy dies, the only people who came to his funeral were his servants and Owel Eyes. After him having thrown many years of parties, no one has cared enough to even ask who he really is or what he has done in the past and was doing in the moment. Gastpy was still caught in the past (because he was only throwing his parties to attract Daisy, which he was in love with her for years, before he went to war)proving that my theory is true because he had money but was never really sucessful in his own life (he was never happy).
eve the author is trying to show his disgust with the upper class who don't seem to understand the essence of the American Dream. By Nick's statement, "They were careless people, Tom and Daisy-they smashed up things and creatures and then retreated back into their money or their vast carelessness..."(187), the audience can see how the personas of both characters give insight to their poor values in life. Tom and Daisy serve as prime examples of people who revolve their lives around the wrong aspects, which in this case are money and riches. These poor values are the reason for Fitzgerald’s disappointment with the people during the 1920s.
I agree with your idea Mabel because throughout the novel, one of the points that Fitzgerald is essentially trying to convey, is that money doesn’t buy happiness. However, in addition, I do believe the author is trying to show his disgust with the upper class who don't seem to understand the essence of the American Dream. By Nick's statement, "They were careless people, Tom and Daisy-they smashed up things and creatures and then retreated back into their money or their vast carelessness..."(187), the audience can see how the personas of both characters give insight to their poor values in life. Tom and Daisy serve as prime examples of people who revolve their lives around the wrong aspects, which in this case are money and riches. These poor values are the reason for Fitzgerald’s disappointment with the people during the 1920s.
Fitzgerald uses flashback on Gatsby to portray how the "American Dream" can be destructive and cause a person to reach extreme measures just for the dream of finding fortune, fame and true love. Nick brings to the table a flashback about Gatsby's early life and reveals his real name "James Gatz - that was really, or at least legally, his name"(69), but he had this new name in mind before he met Dan Cody. Gatsby's official name change was the result of Dan Cody (a wealth man in his 50's) who had "asked him a few questions (one of them elicited the brand new name)"(71). His new name is what started his path that lead him to becoming a rich and wealthy man later on. Because of this his hatred for the poor and his love for wealth skyrocketed. Gatsby never liked his parents mainly because they were "unsuccessful farm people"(69) and his imagination rejected that unsuccessful trait. After working for Dan Cody Gatsby becomes obsessed with wealth and fortune, realizing that this is what he wanted all along. In chapter 7, during the middle of a argument, Tom brings up conformation that "He(Gatsby) and this Wolfsheim bought up a lot of side-street drug-stores here and in Chicago and sold grain alcohol over the counter."(94-95). During the roaring 20's, the selling of alcohol was prohibited and was classified as a crime, yet Gatsby had the courage to sell grain alcohol over the counter for the purpose of wealth. In retrospective, all of these past events are what shapes his future as being a very well recognized man of wealth and fortune. With all of this fortune he then throws parties for everyone to come and for the love of his life Daisy, who he hopes will show up at one of his lavish parties. His obsession with wealth drives him to make abstract changes to his life, and execute actions that are beyond imaginable to find true love.
Jasmine Garcia Ms. Tuttle/7th period Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization to contribute to the theme by establishing uncertainty. A character in The Great Gatsby that does this is Gatsby himself, because he makes a lot of people question his mysterious life. An example of this is when Lucille, Jordan, Nick, and other guests gossip about the rumors floating around about Gatsby’s life during one of his famous house parties. “Somebody told me they thought he killed a man once,” and then Lucille countered: “It’s more that he was a spy during the war,” (Ch.3). The quarrels between the guests provide a mood of mystery surrounding Gatsby’s previous years. In Fact, towards the end of the novel Daisy herself admits thinking he died in the war. None of the characters in the novel really knows how he received the wealth and fame he now holds or much less about his past. This helps the audience further understand why Gatsby could be easily accused for Myrtle’s death.
F. Scott Fitzgerald used plot structure to contribute to the theme of the corrupting influence of wealth and social rankings on the purity of a dream/desire by allowing the reader to easily comprehend the sequential order in which each event has taken place emotionally. By doing so, the reader is first introduced to the dream or the deepest desire of Jay Gatsby which was to have Daisy with him and relive the days of when it was just the two of them in love, "'Can’t repeat the past?' he cried incredulously. “Why of course you can!” “I’m going to fix everything just the way it was before,” he said, nodding determinedly. "She’ll see.'” (Ch.6). This allows the reader to understand how emotionally desperate and determined Gatsby was to have Daisy. As the story progresses, Fitzgerald continues to reveal to the readers the immensity of Gatsby's love for Daisy, "...she only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me"(Ch.7, his love for her was so strong that even the foundation of how he got his money to impress her didn't matter to him because "He's a bootlegger"(Ch.4). Gatsby himself was aware of the fact that Daisy didn't marry him before because he was poor, and yet he was still so willing to do whatever it takes to have her even if it means breaking the law and doing the riskiest things. Still aware, Gatsby had also excepted the challenge of going after Daisy even if the obstacles had been enlarged when her love had wavered when she had married Tom because of his wealth. This helps the reader see the corruptness of the society that Fitzgerald had painted where marriage was only an option to women when there is an abundance of money involved and also feel the sincerity and pureness of Gatsby's devotion to achieve his dream. Fitzgerald then ends the story tragically when Gatsby in the end takes the blame for Myrtle's death even though he knew and was present at the scene where Daisy runs Myrtle over to protect Daisy. And he never mentioned to anyone Daisy’s secret and even Daisy kept quiet at the moment when she herself knew what was coming Gatsby's way. If that wasn't enough she even disowned him and went back with Tom. .” Mr. Gatsby’s dead. Daisy hadn’t sent a message or a flower”. (Ch.9)Fitzgerald having the reader emotionally engaged to the story already, see how Gatsby's dream was ruined by his very own lover, who was immensely engulfed by society with money and social class. Therefore, Fitzgerald's plot structure throughout the story helps the reader, overall, understand and feel the emotional toll of Daisy's(and numerous characters resemble the majority of the corrupted society back in the 1920s that has let the influence of money and social rankings become the top priority rather than the pureness of love) actions and decisions, that not even the love of Gatsby(who resembles the victims of society whose dreams that are influenced by a person's heart and emotions are defiled and ruined by the society itself)that was proven to be as strong as death, move or change her, by providing the readers with Nick's 1st person perspective who had always admired Gatsby and in the end had sympathy and understanding.
F.Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure or organization to contribute to meaning by introducing the main character who presents the reader a biography of his life. For example Gatsby introduces himself by saying, " I was privy to the secret griefs of wild, unknown men. Most of the confidences were unsought-frequently I have feigned sleep, preoccupation, or a hostile levity" (page 1). This demonstrates the story revolves Gatsby and people that he knows. In conclusion, the story revolves around how Gatsby changes and changes are an important thing in life. Adriana Carranza Ms.Rushing 7th period
F. Scott Fitzgerald structures the plot in away that the reader can see the act put on by everyday people and how over time how the characters true motives,goals, and personalities start to reveal itself. Finding out how Gatsby gains his fourtune through lies and criminal activites and how even when he was murdered his superfical friends were not in attendence among the servants and Gatsbys father at his funeral the author reveals the theme of low morals in the period of decline in the honest American dream.
The author F. Scott Fitzgerald uses organization and plot structure to show the theme of disappointment throughout the book many characters went through this due to the fact many of the people who they thought they loved or could trust deceived them. “He knew that Daisy was extraordinary, but he didn’t realize just how extraordinary a “nice” girl could be. She vanished into her rich house, into her rich, full life, leaving Gatsby.” (Chapter 8) The only reason why Daisy was so intrigued in Gatsby was because of his luxury life, she saw nothing else. Therefore, she chose to leave with Tom.
I agree with Chidalu Ozumba.... Gatsby rely"s on his past with Daisy....which gives him determination & drive too become wealthy just so that he can gain her heart again, but this time with money in his pockets...But by the time he had gained his riches Daisy had aleady moved on with her life. Alecia Bryant 5th Per. M.Rushing
Fitzgerald organizes the plot using the narrator to connect past memories from specific characters and events to the present time in the book. Thus illustrating the theme by showing the significance of social ranking in the 1920's as well as slowly revealing characters true intentions and motives through out the novel. One of the main ironic situations described is Gatsbys and Daisys feelings for each other. According to Jordan Baker, the two are said to have had past relations that were practcally put on hold because Gatsby was a soldier. Later on, even though Daisy is married to Tom, who is portrayed as being a popular, wealthy man as well who is having an affair with another woman, she continues struggling with her marriage mainly because of his money and the attention she recieves because of their relationship. Gatsbys only real concern is impressing Daisy with his luxurious lifestyle in hopes that he will win her whole heart again. But his wealth was really the works of illegal activities. Fitzgeralds progression through his story helps the reader understand every aspect and detail to internal and external conflicts between characters.
In the book, "The Great Gatsby" written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, has plot structure or organization used in the book by contributing the meaning by showing the readers how important class was during the 1920s. Jay Gatsby hosted lavish parties hoping that Daisy would be interested in going to the party and also to show everyone his wealth. Also, Fitzgerald wanted to show how the 1920s people chose money and wealth over true love. This is shown when Gatsby and Tom get into an argument, and Gatsby says, "She only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me. It was a terrible mistake, but in her heart she never loved anyone except me!" (Chapter 7, page 130) to Tom.
F. Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization to intensify the attitude of his audience towards the decline of social morality in the 1920's. The basis of Fitzgerald's argument is the effect of Prohibition on organized crime in New York. The "American Dream" was manipulated from the perspective of prosperity into abusive and careless acts committed by the upperclass. Throughout a series of flashbacks, Fitzgerald is able to express the contagious deception that is flowing throughout the town. For example, Gatsby is constantly seeking the approval of his neighbors by throwing elaborate parties, but continues taking part in illegal activities. Fitzgerald states, "There was music from my neighbor's house through the summer nights. In his blue gardens men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings and the champagne and the stars," (Ch.3) to emphasize that his parties were extreme, yet provocative to all types of people. He became very popular, but achieved that goal in an unsophisticated manner. The two personalities that Gatsby portrays are incredibly contradicting and result in the uncertainty of his peers in his intentions and Gatsby getting what he truly deserves in the end. Gatsby's motives shifted from loving Daisy to becoming consumed with wealth and power after Daisy moved on from their past relationship. In the mean time he managed to neglect the finer aspects of life. Even though Gatsby did numerous things that were wrong, other characters were proven to be unfaithful. For example, Tom and Myrtle had an affair. The right thing to do would have been to stay loyal to their spouses, but instead Tom took part in a relationship with Myrtle and even broke her nose after she shouted "I'll say it whenever I want to! Daisy! Dais! Da--," (Ch.2). Myrtle was acting very nonchalant when screaming about Tom's wife, Ms. Buchanan, and her actions were certainly embarassing to Tom. They had already committed a sin by having an affair, but Myrtle felt the need to be cocky and disrespectful. Overall, the audience senses that the the upperclass is not being true to the "American Dream" and have allowed their actions to get way out of hand. As a conclusion to the story, Gatsby was killed and Nick made a very important statement. "I couldn’t forgive him or like him, but I saw that what he had done was, to him, entirely justified. It was all very careless and confused," (Ch.9). It showed that Nick had an understanding of why Gatsby had done certain things, but it still didn't make him like or care for Gatsby. Fitzgerald taught his audience a lesson, which was that eventually people will reveal who they really are. Emerald Evans Ms. Tuttle 3rd period
F.Scott Fitzgerald utilizes plot structure to show the moral value and greed of money during the roaring 1920's. The author does this by presenting memories form the past and transitioning it into the present time. In love with a girl in the past, Gatsby is not able to have her again in the present because she is married to Tom Buchanan. Therefore he uses his money to host lavish parties in his suburban mansion in East egg in hopes to try to get Daisy back. Gatsby was unsucessful of trying to woe Daisy with his lavish parties."He expected her to wander into one of his parties, but she never did" (ch.4). Daisy did not attend many of his parties and then became to grow distant form Gatsby by the end of the book. Jose Garcia Ms.Rushing Period 4
Jose, I completely agree with your personal view of how Fitzgerald utilizes plot structure. When the affair is revealed to Tom, Gatsby says, "She only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me." (Chapter 7) This quote demonstrate just how superficial Daisy really is since she did not take in consideration her love for Gatsby enough and instead decided to marry Tom as a way to secure her future and money. This not only shows Daisy's greed but also depicts her moral values (as in she has none).
In the book, "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the author uses plot structure and organization to contribute to the meaning or theme by showing the empty shell of the upper class during the 1920's. Gatsby, one of the main characters in the novel is deeply affected by the memory of the love of his life; a girl named Daisy who decided to move on with her life due to Gatsby's social status and monetary issues. After an overwhelming encounter Daisy and Gatsby had in Nick's home, the two begin to have an affair behind Daisy's husband, Tom. When the affair is revealed to Tom, Gatsby says, "She only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me." (Chapter 7) This quote demonstrate just how superficial Daisy really is since she did not take in consideration her love for Gatsby enough and instead decided to marry Tom as a way to secure her future and money. Another major event in the novel that depicted the emptiness of the 1920’s society was Gatsby’s murder and funeral. After the murder of Gatsby, Tom and Daisy turn their back on the events caused by them and leave New York without any taking any responsibility and leaving Nick to deal with everything by himself. Gatsby having invited tons of people over to his house literally no one arrived at his funeral. Considering this, Owl-eyes states “Why, my God! They used to go there by the hundreds…The poor son-of-a-bitch.” (Chapter 9) The funeral proves just how many few people actually had any genuine concern for Gatsby. Identifying these major events in the novel makes the reader realize that the upper class during this period only cared for money, social status, and gossip –contributing to Fitzgerald’s theme of the hollowness of the upper class.
Elsa Turcios Ms.Tuttle Per.7
ReplyDeleteThe author uses plot structure and organization to contribute to meaning or the theme by introducing almost all the main characters. He also gives a full insight of who the main character is and the setting as well.
Elsa Turcios Ms.Tuttle Per.7
DeleteThe author uses plot structure and organization to contribute the meaning or the theme by illustrating dissatisfaction. One character that gives a full insight of dissatisfaction is Tom Buchanan by having an affair with Myrtle Wilson.An example of this is when Myrtle's sister Catherine is having a conversation with Nick.Catherine leaned close to me and whispered in my ear: "Neither of them can stand the person they're married too."(Ch.2) The setting can give the audience insight into the meaning by potraying mood as in attitude or how they feel and also there conditions. In this case it would be social conditions because the author gives imagery and the that can help the audience a lot.
Fantastic analysis, Elsa. Great use of textual evidence to prove the motif of dissatisfaction.
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Great start, Elsa. Now you have to tell me what the theme or meaning is (be precise and specific), and which characters give us this insight. Also, how does the setting give the audience insight into the meaning? Give textual evidence to support your ideas.
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ReplyDeleteI strongly agree Elsa, because of Fitzgerald detail in who and where in the story give more meaning of what goes on in the book and also help readers visua;ize with a good meaning in the theme.
Bolaji, I need you to provide textual evidence for your comment and be precise about the theme. What is the theme of the book?
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Fitzgerald used plot structure to contribute to the importance of social class during the 1920s. Although Jay Gatsby was affiliated with criminal activities, like selling alcohol, he was accepted by society because of his wealth, and mysterious background so no one knew what he truly did for a living and how he became so wealthy. Gatsby threw lavish parties every week to let others know that he is wealthy and hope that the parties would attract Daisy and she would show up.
Because of Tom's family's past, he and Daisy grew up rich and were considered "Old Money." Gatsby went to serve in the war when he knew Daisy before she got married with Tom. Gatsby says to Tom during an argument, "She only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me. It was a terrible mistake, but in her heart she never loved anyone except me!" (Fitzgerald 130) This shows the impact of social class during the Roaring 20s upon a person's past and present.
I agree with your theme also Pat (the importance of social class). But besides how wealth plays an important part during the 1920s, the moral values also declined. Since money is the only thing they value, they're starting to forget about their own manners and reputation. How you state "[Daisy] only married [Tom] because [Gatsby] was poor..."(Pg. 130), it explains how the society chase after money more than staying faithful to keep their moral values and a good relationship.
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Fitzergald uses plot structure and organization to convey the theme by fusing the past with the present. Gatsby one of the main characters focused too much on his past with Diasy, instead of his own future. Although, Gatsby was living physically in the present, mentally his life was still based in his past experinces. Nick states, "and his dream....he could hardly fail to grasp it. He did not know that it was already behind him."(Ch.9) Fitzergald recaptures the past to depict how Gatsby love for Diasy fueld his inner desire to get rich, even if it was illegal. The setting is very vital because it shows the moral standard in the 1920s between the rich and the poor. Gatsby says "she only married you because I was poor and she was tired of wiating for me."(ch.7) Fitzergald use of flashblack portarys to the reader that because of Gatsby and Diasy different moral status affected their relationship, it eventually influenced Gatsby to acquire wealth to earn Diasy love back. Therefore, Gatsby whole premise was to gain Diasy back, although Diasy had already moved on with her life.
ReplyDeleteI agree with this because Gatsby really does rely too much on his past with Daisy, which fuels his actions and desire to win her back with his newfound wealth. This also ties into the upper class's fickle personality, because Daisy only married Tom for his money even though she was in love with Gatsby.
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The author uses plot structure to bring a sense of mystery to the higher social class. He also undermines the theory of happiness during the 1920's though the main character's emotions. Throughout the novel the main characters take part in many events that lead you to question their well-being. Tom buchanan ,who is rich, cheats on his wife with the wife of a mechanic on several occasions. Although this may have been normal for the men of the 1920's, Tom strikes miss wilson when she brings up his wife's name. Besides tom's riches he is unhappy and ashamed of his secret life. The author continues to bring unhappiness to the upper class when describing "the great gatsby". After going into detail about his wealth, he states that he was "standing alone on the marble steps looking from one grop to another" besides his wealth he is also lonely and to everyone else (who knows nothing about him) very mysterious and had alot to hide.
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I agree because Gatsby threw parties inviting people that he didn't know just to impress Diasy because his wealth didn't make him happy Diasy did. In ch.7 Gatsby states, "she only married you because i was poor." Gatsby weatlh depicts that wealth matter more than true love, and whenever money is a first priorty shows a moral decline not only Gatsby part but in the 1920s all together.
I think that the theme of the book is that gatsby was so obsess with money, and i think that he wasnt in love with daisy, he was in love with her fame and since he was a little boy he dream of being a rich men.
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I actually disagree with you,Geovany, I think that Gatspy did wanted money but I think his major reason was for Daisy because in chapter 8 Gatspy tells Nick of the first time he met Daisy. I can personally say that I think that Gatspy was in love with Daisy because of the ahor gives details about how they spent their time together also creating imagery. The author tells us that Gatspy lied to Daisy because he knew he wasn't like her since she was wealthy and he wasn't, he made her believe that because he actually wanted a chance with her. Though in chapter 8 it also says that the more people seemed to like her the more attractive she became to him, I dont think that that initially means he only wants her for her fame.
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I second Mabel's response. I believe Gatsby was actually in love with Daisy. I wouldn't say Gatsby was "obsessed" with money but rather preoccupied in doing whatever it took to have the money necessary to win Daisy over. Of course, he might have over done the amount of wealth at which he had, as seen in chapter 3, "..his Rolls-Royce became an omnibus, bearing parties to and from the city..And on Mondays eight servants, including an extra gardener, toiled all day," does show the extent at how some of Gatsby possessions were un-needed. But that can't possibly mean he was obsessed with money Geo. Also when you think of the word, fame, you would see it as a celebrity, a person of great popularity and exaltation..but Daisy is neither of the following. If anything Gatsby should be considered as the man of "fame."
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I'd have to agree and disagree with Mabel. Initially, he had an obsession with wealth. The man who caused this spark of interest was Dan Cody, who gave him a taste of the rich life. Now he wanted a certain lifestyle (rich) because "he was in turn steward, mate, skipper, secretary, and even
jailor"(71) and he was working with Dan Cody. After this man died, Gatsby wanted more than just the taste of rich lifestyle, he wanted the full grasp and he achieved it. It wasn't after he met Daisy that he started using his wealth to attract her because he liked her. That's when the type of lifestyle that he wanted change. I wasn't really about the money, but more about Daisy, who unfortunately had married Tom at the time because he was at war and he was still considered poor at the time.
F.Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization to contribute to the meaning of the theme by incorporating flashback and symbolism into the story. "He stretched out his arm toward the dark water in a curious way.. I glanced seaward--and distinguished nothing except a single green light".(chapter1) The author uses symbolism to bring a twist into the story. When the reader reads this, they don't know exactly why he's reaching out toward the green light or what it means. The green light is symbolic because its almost a representation of Daisy. "Gatsby bought the house so that Daisy would be just across the bay".(chapter4) explains how the green light symbolizes Daisy which was as close as he could get to her. Also, the flashback is in effect because unless the reader reads further into the story, then he or she won't exactly understand the significance of that "green light"
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I agree that Fitzgerald uses symbolism quite a bit in this story. The billboard of Dr. TJ Eckelburg is seem throughout the story as looking down on the characters. The billboard can be seen as symbolic because it is as if god is looking down and them and their every actions. Everytime that they are on the road they see the billboard staring right back at them."“I spoke to her,” he muttered, after a long silence. “I told her she might fool me but she couldn’t fool God. I took her to the window.”— with an effort he got up and walked to the rear window and leaned with his face pressed against it ——” and I said ‘God knows what you’ve been doing, everything you’ve been doing. You may fool me, but you can’t fool God!’”
DeleteStanding behind him, Michaelis saw with a shock that he was looking at the eyes of Doctor T. J. Eckleburg, which had just emerged, pale and enormous, from the dissolving night."(Online,chapter 8)
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Through the plot structure presented in paragraphs 4-5, Fitzgerald slowly builds up to the climax of a reunion between Jay Gatsby and whom he adores, Daisy Buchanan, revealing Gatsby's affection and desires towards miss Daisy. Fitzgerald emphasizes Gatsby demand to see Daisy, "...if you’ll invite Daisy to your house some afternoon and then let him come over." (Chapter 4) and later discloses Gatsby's feelings towards her, "He hadn’t once ceased looking at Daisy... he stared around at his possessions in a dazed way, as though in her actual and astounding presence none of it was any longer real." (Chapter 5) to provide proof on what Daisy means to him and uncover another piece of the mysterious Jay Gatsby.
Fitzgerald uses plot structure to show how the social and moral values in the 1920s declined significantly. The author introduces many characters to show the corruption of the values such as Daisy, Tom Bunchanan, and of course Jay Gatsby. Tom is a wealthy man, a high class in the society according to Fitzgerald, but he has a “supercilious manner” (Ch.1) which means the moral values of the upper class has dropped because of their manners. Tom’s and Daisy’s marriage also portrays the decline in social and moral values because it was full of dishonesty. The picture of Tom cheats on Daisy was created when she finds out “Tom’s got some woman in New York” (Ch.1) after she receives a phone call for Tom from a woman. The lies in their relationship explain how they don’t have respects towards each other and don’t pay much attention about their reputation. About Jay Gatsby when he’s rich, he always has parties and “all these people came to Gatsby’s house in the summer” (Ch.4) shows how the society is under the influence. The people are irresponsible because they just know how to have fun, get drunk, and not thinking about their future and a good life with a high reputation, social, and moral values.
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Emily Tunon
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I agree ,at the same time the author utilizes plot structure to imply the restless strain for more pleasure and money ,over morality. The dissolution of the "American Dream " in an era of unparalleled success; suddenly prosperity is what defines the worth of Fitzgerald's characters "oh I'll stay in the East you don't worry, I’d be a God damned fool to live anywhere else"(Chpt. 1). Fitzgerald creates secret lives for each character to symbolize that significant decline in social and moral values. For instance Tom and Daisy's marriage, it is no longer apart of the "American Dream",but a union of impurities. The value of marriage is no longer sacred, "Tom's got some women in New York"(Chpt 19), who calls him while he is at dinner with his wife. Fitzgerald uses plot structure to embody the very dream he sought after and watched deteriorate because of the need find pleasure or worth through success.
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The plot contributes to the theme of carelessness and indifference in the wealthy upper class. Fitzgerald demonstrates this when the Buchanans escape the mess they have made, which resulted in Gatsby's unfortunate end. The author elaborates on their indifference at Gatsby's funeral when Nick remembers "that Daisy hadn't sent a message or a flower"(Ch.9). This shows how indifferent and changing the Buchanans really are, especially Daisy who was suppossedly in love with Gatsby. No one shows up for Gatby's funeral except Nick and a few others, which truly shows how uncaring the wealthy upper class is, when "they used to go there by the hundreds" as one visitor said (Ch.9) This also shows carelessness on the upper class's behalf because now that Gatsby has nothing to offer, no one shows up.
Jasmine Garcia Tuttle/7th period
DeleteI agree with Veronica because like she said all the events seen throught the novel led the reader or at least myself to the conclusion that the upper class feels a big indifference between them and the lower one . For example example the West Egg where Nick lives is discribed as "...the less fasionable of the two."(Ch.1) Through this a clear line is drawn between the the two classes.
Tola Adeniji
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Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization to contribute to the theme by integrating situational irony throughout the story. In chapter seven Fitzgerald uses situational irony to complete the transition phase into the conclusion of the book. Fitzgerald writes "shall we all go in my car?' suggested Gatsby... "Is it standard shift?' demanded Tom, "Well, you take my coupe and let me drive your car to town"... "we slid to an abrupt dusty stop under Wilson's sign."... "Myrtle Wilson was peering down at the car" (Chapter Seven) The irony revolving the scene is the fact that Gatsby's car was the same car used in Myrtle's hit and run murder. Tom asked "what happened?- that's what I want to know." "Auto hit her. Instantly killed." "She ran out ina road. Son-of-a-bitch didn't even stopus car."... " the one coming from N'York knock right into her,"... "It was a yellow car, big yellow car. New." (Chapter Seven) No one could envision Myrtle's death especially not her because the last time she saw the car Tom was driving and he claimed the car to be his own. The next time she saw the car Gatsby (the real owner) and Daisy were driving back from New York. Suppose Fitzgerald hadn't specifically wrote that Tom stopped for gas in Gatsby's car at Wilson's Garage then Myrtle's death and the chain of events after Myrtle's death would not have played out because Myrtle would not have known Tom was in the car therefore she would not have approached the car and she would not be dead.
Zarrin alam Tuttle per.3
ReplyDeleteFitzgerald utilizes the traditional chronological plot structure which includes a series of accumulating events, paralleling Daisy’s emotions toward Mr. Gatsby. This further connects to the theme of shallow empty-hearted upper class mentality Fitzgerald expresses throughout the plot and Daisy tends to embody.
As the story unfolds Mr. Jay Gatsby’s identity is quite admirable, a man with a Grand mansion, exclusive cars, and the most extravagant parties, he seemed to be sitting on a empire,“…his Rolls-Royce became an omnibus, bearing parties to and from the city between nine in the morning…eight servants”(ch3). Simultaneously his love interest Daisy, a married upper class women from the East egg, is passionately intrigued by Gatsby’s impressive front at their reunion, which the plot is also unraveling, “Daisy admired this…silhouette against the sky, admired the gardens, the sparkling odor of jonquils… plum blossoms and the pale gold odor of kiss-me-at-the-gate”(ch5). Fitzgerald continues to build the story chronologically and portrays how Daisy slowly begins to distance herself as she realizes Gatsby's worthy character to be quite phony, therefore declining all of his earned credibility along with her "love". As Tom antagonizes Gatsby, Daisy has instantly changed sides – including her love interest for the time being. “…denying everything, defending his name against accusations that had not been made…with every word she was drawing further and further into herself…the dead dream fought on as the afternoon slipped away…”(ch7). This event is the climax, the plot from here begins to decline on Gatsby’s’ behalf moving towards the resolution, or rather his death. Although he has genuine love for Daisy her upper class mentality and shallowness will not let her overcome the fact that Gatsby “bootlegged” his social status, but only to meet her standards. Fitzgerald states, “Then wear the gold hat, if that will move her;” (Fitzgerald) …This quote is resembled metaphorically all throughout the plot, Gatsby manages to wear the hat to satisfy Daisy, but unfortunately not long enough to meet her superficial requirements.
Tola Adeniji
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i agree with you claim Zarrin. Fitzgerald writes"She's got an indiscreet voice," "It's full of --" "Her voice is full of money" (Chapter Seven) Throughout the book it states Daisy's love of money and wealth. The quote signifies that she craves and lusts for money with every word she speaks. Daisy chose Tom in the end because there was always money and there would always be money, honest money at that. Gatsby "bootlegged" his way to wealth and if he wasn't killed in the the end who is to say that his wealth wasn't going to run out or that his actions wouldn't have been reported to the authorities. Get rich quick schemes are never permanent, they offer solace in times of discomfort.
The author uses plot structure to form sequence of events in the story that motivates the purpose to drive the story to it's resolution.The story was based on the time period of the 1920's which contribute to the structure of the theme.Fitzgerald uses the theme to communicate on common grounds with the readers by using situations such as Jay Gatsby not being wealthy enough to be with Daisy. Gatsby says "...she only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me"(chapter7),during the 1920's wealth marring wealth was common and highly valued in the upper class society. because of the high expectations Gatsby goes to extreme measures to win daisy's heart again.
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Brigitte Robayo
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7th Period
People often find themselves chasing the “American Dream” throughout the course of their lives.
Unfortunately many die on the rigorous journey without having any success. Some people, however,
go on about their lives failing to see the profound meaning in what the Dream actually is. In The
Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization in order to portray the theme
of discontent with the decline of the American Dream in the 1920s. Fitzgerald interprets his message
through his main characters and the use of the setting; the outskirts of New York. The author purposely
chose New York because the city resembles much more than just its literal state; New York symbolizes
a city of opportunity. Fitzgerald tries to emphasize the shrewd meaning of the American Dream- life,
liberty, and the pursuit of happiness- and not the obscured materialistic aspect of it that so many have
envisioned as the rightful significance. Nonetheless, it is this distorted image that has led to the demise
of the actual Dream. All through the novel characters depict discontent with their lives. Many would
think that someone who appears to have themselves together and is well off has reached the American
Dream, but Daisy who seems to have it all and has “…been everywhere…seen everything and done
everything…” (19) is still dissatisfied with her life. Daisy makes this evident by her sobbing at the mere
fact that Gatsby owns “…such beautiful shirts…” that she has “…never seen… before” (107), regardless
of how many luxuries she owns herself. Fitzgerald expresses his disgust and discontent through Daisy’s
character, which revolves her world around the riches in life instead of seeing the literal meaning of the
American Dream. In contrast to Daisy, Fitzgerald places Gatsby in the novel in order to portray someone
who is self made and lives a luxurious life, but is not content because he is still on the pursuit of
happiness and has yet to fulfill the actual American Dream. Gatsby demonstrates that he indeed knows
what the Dream is by saying, “What [is] the use of doing great things if I could have a better time telling
[Daisy] what I [am] going to do?" (158). In his statement, Gatsby insinuates that he doesn’t care for the
extraordinary things that he could accomplish, but instead only yearns to be with Daisy, the love of his
life. Gatsby, like many others, died on his journey of reaching the American Dream. In fact, “…[Gatsby’s]
dream must have seemed so close that he could hardly fail to grasp it…” (189). Using plot structure and
organization, Fitzgerald achieved his purpose of demonstrating the theme of discontent and disgust with
those who do not understand and are naïve to the essence of the American Dream.
Please excuse the formatting ^^ I copy and pasted from Microsoft Word and don't know why it came out like that.
DeleteEmily Tunon
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The author utilizes plot structure to imply the restless strain for more pleasure and money ,over morality. The dissolution of the "American Dream " in an era of unparalleled success; suddenly prosperity is what defines the worth of Fitzgerald's characters "oh I'll stay in the East you don't worry, I’d be a God damned fool to live anywhere else"(Chpt. 1). Fitzgerald creates secret lives for each character to symbolize that significant decline in social and moral values. For instance Tom and Daisy's marriage, it is no longer apart of the "American Dream",but a union of impurities. The value of marriage is no longer sacred, "Tom's got some women in New York"(Chpt 19), who calls him while he is at dinner with his wife. Fitzgerald uses plot structure to embody the very dream he sought after and watched deteriorate because of the need find pleasure or worth through success.
In agreement with Emily, the plot has been even more brought out because of the characters actions. As mentioned by others, the "American Dream" of being able to get what you want and do what you want is what Gatsby wanted. The fact that Tom and Daisy are seen as "heartless and unknowing" throughout the story because of their actions (mainly Tom's) shows, as before mentioned, a decline in Gatsby's "dream" because of a lack of good moral value during the Prohibition.
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Miriam Valadez
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Fitzgerald conveys the theme using flashbacks to organize his story in a way that creates a curious and mysterious new side to the misconception of the upper class. Many people create assumptions based on what they see or hear but they never look far enough into it to prove what they assume to be certain. The narrator, Nick Callaway, describes Gatsby and other “upper class members” through flashbacks of their awkward meetings and past incidents. Although many try to be gentile to Nick, Nick pays close attention and remembers their odd expressions and body language that produce a bizarre memory. Thereby, based on his flashbacks, Callaway realizes that the upper class is not elite, versus the generalization that many other people make believing that the upper class is “better” or “more worthy” than all others. “Their interest rather touched me and made them less remotely rich — nevertheless; I was confused and a little disgusted as I drove away”. (ch1)
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DeleteThe theme of The Great Gatsby is that people in the 1920s weren’t pursuing the American Dream, with the American Dream in mind. Many Americans consider the American Dream to represent the desires of the people who come to America. One of those desires is to have a prosperous life; this includes making money and living a better life. In The Great Gatsby F. Scott Fitzgerald demonstrates this theme by giving the main character, Jay Gatsby, this motivation. Fitzgerald writes The Great Gatsby from the perspective of Nick Carraway, in first person point of view, allowing Nick to show Gatsby’s life, past and present. This is important since Nick is Gatsby’s neighbor, permitting him to give the reader some insight on Gatsby, and Daisy’s cousin once remove, Daisy is the person who Gatsby loves. Since Nick is able to be around Gatsby and Daisy he seems like a reliable person for telling Gatsby’s false perusal of the American Dream. In the American Dream people look to help themselves, without depending on other people, but this is not the case for Gatsby. In chapter 7 page 130 paragraph 13, Gatsby tells Tom that “[Daisy] only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me.” This shows that Gatsby was pursuing the American Dream not to live a prosperous life but to become wealthy in order to be able to live out his life with Daisy’s love. The plot plays an important role since in the beginning Nick discovers that Tom has a mistress. Myrtle, Tom’s mistress, was cheating on her husband, George Wilson, causing Tom to become the overprotective, jealous type of people since he feared that Daisy would cheat on him. The plot continues with Tom’s discovery that Gatsby and Daisy were having a possible affair leading to the argument between Tom and Gatsby at the hotel. If Tom had not had a reason to argue with Gatsby then the fact that Gatsby aimed to become wealthy for Daisy could have evaded some readers causing the theme to be lost. Therefore the plot of all the affairs occurring in The Great Gatsby was essential in demonstrating that there are some people who pursue the American Dream because they want to better their lives while there are also some people who pursue the American Dream only to impress people and get what they want.
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Levi Saucedo
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I agree that many of the people from the 1920s lost sight of the American dream after the war. The war caused them to lose sight of their goals and ideals because of how devastating it was to them. However, I don't think Gatsby's Pursuit of the American dream began as a desire for Daisy. I believe his desire rose from meeting Dan Cody and being able to experience what wealth was like on Cody's yacht. After the death of Cody, Gatsby was left with a desire for wealth and what he then perceived as the American dream. However, I will agree that Gatsby lost sight of this dream and replaced it with the one involving Daisy. This change is what eventually needs to his downfall. I would also like to mention that Tom was not overprotective because of his own affair. He began his long list of affairs as early as the honeymoon. I don't believe his portion makes much contribution the theme you're referring to. However, I do agree that Gatsby uses a certain timeline to emphasize the change in Gatsby's motivations and dreams, and the results of these new pursuits.
Johnny Lu
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It wasn't so much a lack of people pursuing the Dream than a lack or degradation in the popular moral. Wealth, or rather the "success" it represents, can be seen as a goal of the American Dream, and there is not a lack of people who either seek wealth or have wealth. The description of the innocent yet ambitious James Gatz pre-war is very much a reflection of the ideals Americans had during the same period. In the same vein, the Jay Gatsby who continues to pursue Daisy even after making a name and a fortune for himself through unsavory means would be the depraved America that endlessly hungers for more. It is only after showing this Gatsby that Fitzgerald reveals James Gatz to serve as a reminder of what America was about.
Johnny flores
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The author uses plot structure and organization to show the moral value of greed in the roaring 20s to achieve the american dream. Jay Gastby, for example not only wanted more money but also wanted the american dream version of a family that was portrayed during that time period. Gastby's greed for Daisy's love was so powerful that her wanted her to leave Tom and runaway with him. "after she was free, there were to go back to Louisville and be married from her house-just as if it were five years ago".(ch.6) This is where his greediness for his american dream is shown. Another example where greed is displayed is when Daisy only married Tom because he had money, showing her that she only wanted money instead of love. Gatsby says "she only married you because I was poor and she was tired of wiating for me".(ch.7)
johnny flores
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on the 5th line i was meaning to type "he wanted her "
I agree with u Johnny, greed did have a major impact on the "roaring 20's" generations. Gatsby was a man so consumed in his wealth and want for Daisy that he alone describes the authors theme in portraying The American Dream at that particular time.
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6th period
Brigitte Robayo
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7th Period
People often find themselves chasing the “American Dream”throughout the course of their lives. Unfortunately many die on the rigorous journey without having anysuccess. Some people, however,go on about their lives failing to see the profoundmeaning in what the Dream actually is. In The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization in order to portray the theme of discontent with the decline of the American Dream in the 1920s. Fitzgerald interprets his message through his main characters and the use of the setting; the outskirts of New York. The author purposely chose New York because the city resembles much more than just its literal state; New York symbolizes a city of opportunity. Fitzgerald tries to emphasize the shrewd meaning of the American Dream- life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness- and not the obscured materialistic aspect of it that so many have envisioned as the rightful significance. Nonetheless, it is this distorted image that has led to the demise of the actual Dream. All through the novel characters depict discontent with their lives. Many would think that someone who appears to have themselves together and is well off has reached the American Dream, but Daisy who seems to have it all and has “…been everywhere…seen everything and done everything…” (19) is still dissatisfied with her life. Daisy makes this evident by her sobbing at the mere fact that Gatsby owns “…such beautiful shirts…” that she has “…never seen… before” (107), regardless
of how many luxuries she owns herself. Fitzgerald expresses his disgust and discontent through Daisy’s character, which revolves her world around the riches in life instead of seeing the literal meaning of the American Dream. In contrast to Daisy, Fitzgerald places Gatsby in the novel in order to portray someone who is self made and lives a luxurious life, but is not content because he is still on the pursuit of happiness and has yet to fulfill the actual American Dream. Gatsby demonstrates that he indeed knows what the Dream is by saying, “What [is] the use of doing great things if I could have a better time telling [Daisy] what I [am] going to do?" (158). In his statement, Gatsby insinuates that he doesn’t care for the extraordinary things that he could accomplish, but instead only yearns to be with Daisy, the love of his life. Gatsby, like many others, died on his journey of reaching the American Dream. In fact, “…[Gatsby’s] dream must have seemed so close that he could hardly fail to grasp it…” (189). Using plot structure and organization, Fitzgerald achieved his purpose of demonstrating the theme of discontent and disgust with those who do not understand and are naïve to the essence of the American Dream.
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Mabel Castro
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I believe that Fitzgerald was trying to portray his own life in the book at a certain extent. To me the author was the eyes in the billboard watching all of the characters playing the role of what could have been his own outcome in life. Fitzgerald was trying to express that having publicity and money doesn't make you have a happy life but it just creates an illusion to everyone, and even yourself, that you are happy with your life. For example, Gatspy would host extravagent parties, inviting people who he didn't even know, to show everyone he had an exciting life but this was all an illusion made just to attract Daisy, not only that but Gatspy wouldn't even attend to some of his parties. In the end, Gatspy dies, the only people who came to his funeral were his servants and Owel Eyes. After him having thrown many years of parties, no one has cared enough to even ask who he really is or what he has done in the past and was doing in the moment. Gastpy was still caught in the past (because he was only throwing his parties to attract Daisy, which he was in love with her for years, before he went to war)proving that my theory is true because he had money but was never really sucessful in his own life (he was never happy).
eve the author is trying to show his disgust with the upper class who don't seem to understand the essence of the American Dream. By Nick's statement, "They were careless people, Tom and Daisy-they smashed up things and creatures and then retreated back into their money or their vast carelessness..."(187), the audience can see how the personas of both characters give insight to their poor values in life. Tom and Daisy serve as prime examples of people who revolve their lives around the wrong aspects, which in this case are money and riches. These poor values are the reason for Fitzgerald’s
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Brigitte Robayo
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I agree with your idea Mabel because throughout the novel, one of the points that Fitzgerald is essentially trying to convey, is that money doesn’t buy happiness. However, in addition, I do believe the author is trying to show his disgust with the upper class who don't seem to understand the essence of the American Dream. By Nick's statement, "They were careless people, Tom and Daisy-they smashed up things and creatures and then retreated back into their money or their vast carelessness..."(187), the audience can see how the personas of both characters give insight to their poor values in life. Tom and Daisy serve as prime examples of people who revolve their lives around the wrong aspects, which in this case are money and riches. These poor values are the reason for Fitzgerald’s disappointment with the people during the 1920s.
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Brigitte Robayo
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Edgar Montecillo
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1st Period
Fitzgerald uses flashback on Gatsby to portray how the "American Dream" can be destructive and cause a person to reach extreme measures just for the dream of finding fortune, fame and true love. Nick brings to the table a flashback about Gatsby's early life and reveals his real name "James Gatz - that was really, or at least legally, his name"(69), but he had this new name in mind before he met Dan Cody. Gatsby's official name change was the result of Dan Cody (a wealth man in his 50's) who had "asked him a few questions (one of them elicited the brand new name)"(71). His new name is what started his path that lead him to becoming a rich and wealthy man later on. Because of this his hatred for the poor and his love for wealth skyrocketed. Gatsby never liked his parents mainly because they were "unsuccessful farm people"(69) and his imagination rejected that unsuccessful trait. After working for Dan Cody Gatsby becomes obsessed with wealth and fortune, realizing that this is what he wanted all along. In chapter 7, during the middle of a argument, Tom brings up conformation that "He(Gatsby) and this Wolfsheim bought up a lot of side-street drug-stores here and in Chicago and sold grain alcohol over the counter."(94-95). During the roaring 20's, the selling of alcohol was prohibited and was classified as a crime, yet Gatsby had the courage to sell grain alcohol over the counter for the purpose of wealth. In retrospective, all of these past events are what shapes his future as being a very well recognized man of wealth and fortune. With all of this fortune he then throws parties for everyone to come and for the love of his life Daisy, who he hopes will show up at one of his lavish parties. His obsession with wealth drives him to make abstract changes to his life, and execute actions that are beyond imaginable to find true love.
Jasmine Garcia Ms. Tuttle/7th period
ReplyDeleteFitzgerald uses plot structure and organization to contribute to the theme by establishing uncertainty. A character in The Great Gatsby that does this is Gatsby himself, because he makes a lot of people question his mysterious life. An example of this is when Lucille, Jordan, Nick, and other guests gossip about the rumors floating around about Gatsby’s life during one of his famous house parties. “Somebody told me they thought he killed a man once,” and then Lucille countered: “It’s more that he was a spy during the war,” (Ch.3). The quarrels between the guests provide a mood of mystery surrounding Gatsby’s previous years. In Fact, towards the end of the novel Daisy herself admits thinking he died in the war. None of the characters in the novel really knows how he received the wealth and fame he now holds or much less about his past. This helps the audience further understand why Gatsby could be easily accused for Myrtle’s death.
Donna Nguyen
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1st period
F. Scott Fitzgerald used plot structure to contribute to the theme of the corrupting influence of wealth and social rankings on the purity of a dream/desire by allowing the reader to easily comprehend the sequential order in which each event has taken place emotionally. By doing so, the reader is first introduced to the dream or the deepest desire of Jay Gatsby which was to have Daisy with him and relive the days of when it was just the two of them in love, "'Can’t repeat the past?' he cried incredulously. “Why of course you can!” “I’m going to fix everything just the way it was before,” he said, nodding determinedly. "She’ll see.'” (Ch.6). This allows the reader to understand how emotionally desperate and determined Gatsby was to have Daisy. As the story progresses, Fitzgerald continues to reveal to the readers the immensity of Gatsby's love for Daisy, "...she only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me"(Ch.7, his love for her was so strong that even the foundation of how he got his money to impress her didn't matter to him because "He's a bootlegger"(Ch.4). Gatsby himself was aware of the fact that Daisy didn't marry him before because he was poor, and yet he was still so willing to do whatever it takes to have her even if it means breaking the law and doing the riskiest things. Still aware, Gatsby had also excepted the challenge of going after Daisy even if the obstacles had been enlarged when her love had wavered when she had married Tom because of his wealth. This helps the reader see the corruptness of the society that Fitzgerald had painted where marriage was only an option to women when there is an abundance of money involved and also feel the sincerity and pureness of Gatsby's devotion to achieve his dream.
Fitzgerald then ends the story tragically when Gatsby in the end takes the blame for Myrtle's death even though he knew and was present at the scene where Daisy runs Myrtle over to protect Daisy. And he never mentioned to anyone Daisy’s secret and even Daisy kept quiet at the moment when she herself knew what was coming Gatsby's way. If that wasn't enough she even disowned him and went back with Tom. .” Mr. Gatsby’s dead. Daisy hadn’t sent a message or a flower”. (Ch.9)Fitzgerald having the reader emotionally engaged to the story already, see how Gatsby's dream was ruined by his very own lover, who was immensely engulfed by society with money and social class.
Therefore, Fitzgerald's plot structure throughout the story helps the reader, overall, understand and feel the emotional toll of Daisy's(and numerous characters resemble the majority of the corrupted society back in the 1920s that has let the influence of money and social rankings become the top priority rather than the pureness of love) actions and decisions, that not even the love of Gatsby(who resembles the victims of society whose dreams that are influenced by a person's heart and emotions are defiled and ruined by the society itself)that was proven to be as strong as death, move or change her, by providing the readers with Nick's 1st person perspective who had always admired Gatsby and in the end had sympathy and understanding.
F.Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure or organization to contribute to meaning by introducing the main character who presents the reader a biography of his life. For example Gatsby introduces himself by saying, " I was privy to the secret griefs of wild, unknown men. Most of the confidences were unsought-frequently I have feigned sleep, preoccupation, or a hostile levity" (page 1). This demonstrates the story revolves Gatsby and people that he knows. In conclusion, the story revolves around how Gatsby changes and changes are an important thing in life. Adriana Carranza Ms.Rushing 7th period
ReplyDeleteF. Scott Fitzgerald structures the plot in away that the reader can see the act put on by everyday people and how over time how the characters true motives,goals, and personalities start to reveal itself. Finding out how Gatsby gains his fourtune through lies and criminal activites and how even when he was murdered his superfical friends were not in attendence among the servants and Gatsbys father at his funeral the author reveals the theme of low morals in the period of decline in the honest American dream.
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Ms.Rushing
6th period
The author F. Scott Fitzgerald uses organization and plot structure to show the theme of disappointment throughout the book many characters went through this due to the fact many of the people who they thought they loved or could trust deceived them. “He knew that Daisy was extraordinary, but he didn’t realize just how extraordinary a “nice” girl could be. She vanished into her rich house, into her rich, full life, leaving Gatsby.”
ReplyDelete(Chapter 8) The only reason why Daisy was so intrigued in Gatsby was because of his luxury life, she saw nothing else. Therefore, she chose to leave with Tom.
Erika Majano
2nd period
Ms.Tuttle
I agree with Chidalu Ozumba....
ReplyDeleteGatsby rely"s on his past with Daisy....which gives him determination & drive too become wealthy just so that he can gain her heart again, but this time with money in his pockets...But by the time he had gained his riches Daisy had aleady moved on with her life.
Alecia Bryant
5th Per. M.Rushing
Fitzgerald organizes the plot using the narrator to connect past memories from specific characters and events to the present time in the book. Thus illustrating the theme by showing the significance of social ranking in the 1920's as well as slowly revealing characters true intentions and motives through out the novel. One of the main ironic situations described is Gatsbys and Daisys feelings for each other. According to Jordan Baker, the two are said to have had past relations that were practcally put on hold because Gatsby was a soldier. Later on, even though Daisy is married to Tom, who is portrayed as being a popular, wealthy man as well who is having an affair with another woman, she continues struggling with her marriage mainly because of his money and the attention she recieves because of their relationship. Gatsbys only real concern is impressing Daisy with his luxurious lifestyle in hopes that he will win her whole heart again. But his wealth was really the works of illegal activities. Fitzgeralds progression through his story helps the reader understand every aspect and detail to internal and external conflicts between characters.
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Ms. Rushing
6th period
In the book, "The Great Gatsby" written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, has plot structure or organization used in the book by contributing the meaning by showing the readers how important class was during the 1920s. Jay Gatsby hosted lavish parties hoping that Daisy would be interested in going to the party and also to show everyone his wealth. Also, Fitzgerald wanted to show how the 1920s people chose money and wealth over true love. This is shown when Gatsby and Tom get into an argument, and Gatsby says, "She only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me. It was a terrible mistake, but in her heart she never loved anyone except me!" (Chapter 7, page 130) to Tom.
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Vegafria /6th Period
F. Scott Fitzgerald uses plot structure and organization to intensify the attitude of his audience towards the decline of social morality in the 1920's. The basis of Fitzgerald's argument is the effect of Prohibition on organized crime in New York. The "American Dream" was manipulated from the perspective of prosperity into abusive and careless acts committed by the upperclass. Throughout a series of flashbacks, Fitzgerald is able to express the contagious deception that is flowing throughout the town. For example, Gatsby is constantly seeking the approval of his neighbors by throwing elaborate parties, but continues taking part in illegal activities. Fitzgerald states, "There was music from my neighbor's house through the summer nights. In his blue gardens men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings and the champagne and the stars," (Ch.3) to emphasize that his parties were extreme, yet provocative to all types of people. He became very popular, but achieved that goal in an unsophisticated manner. The two personalities that Gatsby portrays are incredibly contradicting and result in the uncertainty of his peers in his intentions and Gatsby getting what he truly deserves in the end. Gatsby's motives shifted from loving Daisy to becoming consumed with wealth and power after Daisy moved on from their past relationship. In the mean time he managed to neglect the finer aspects of life. Even though Gatsby did numerous things that were wrong, other characters were proven to be unfaithful. For example, Tom and Myrtle had an affair. The right thing to do would have been to stay loyal to their spouses, but instead Tom took part in a relationship with Myrtle and even broke her nose after she shouted "I'll say it whenever I want to! Daisy! Dais! Da--," (Ch.2). Myrtle was acting very nonchalant when screaming about Tom's wife, Ms. Buchanan, and her actions were certainly embarassing to Tom. They had already committed a sin by having an affair, but Myrtle felt the need to be cocky and disrespectful. Overall, the audience senses that the the upperclass is not being true to the "American Dream" and have allowed their actions to get way out of hand. As a conclusion to the story, Gatsby was killed and Nick made a very important statement. "I couldn’t forgive him or like him, but I saw that what he had done was, to him, entirely justified. It was all very careless and confused," (Ch.9). It showed that Nick had an understanding of why Gatsby had done certain things, but it still didn't make him like or care for Gatsby. Fitzgerald taught his audience a lesson, which was that eventually people will reveal who they really are.
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Ms. Tuttle
3rd period
F.Scott Fitzgerald utilizes plot structure to show the moral value and greed of money during the roaring 1920's. The author does this by presenting memories form the past and transitioning it into the present time. In love with a girl in the past, Gatsby is not able to have her again in the present because she is married to Tom Buchanan. Therefore he uses his money to host lavish parties in his suburban mansion in East egg in hopes to try to get Daisy back. Gatsby was unsucessful of trying to woe Daisy with his lavish parties."He expected her to wander into one of his parties, but she never did" (ch.4). Daisy did not attend many of his parties and then became to grow distant form Gatsby by the end of the book.
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Ms.Rushing
Period 4
Jose, I completely agree with your personal view of how Fitzgerald utilizes plot structure. When the affair is revealed to Tom, Gatsby says, "She only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me." (Chapter 7) This quote demonstrate just how superficial Daisy really is since she did not take in consideration her love for Gatsby enough and instead decided to marry Tom as a way to secure her future and money. This not only shows Daisy's greed but also depicts her moral values (as in she has none).
DeleteYaneilys Hernandez
Ms. Rushing
4th Period
In the book, "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the author uses plot structure and organization to contribute to the meaning or theme by showing the empty shell of the upper class during the 1920's. Gatsby, one of the main characters in the novel is deeply affected by the memory of the love of his life; a girl named Daisy who decided to move on with her life due to Gatsby's social status and monetary issues. After an overwhelming encounter Daisy and Gatsby had in Nick's home, the two begin to have an affair behind Daisy's husband, Tom. When the affair is revealed to Tom, Gatsby says, "She only married you because I was poor and she was tired of waiting for me." (Chapter 7) This quote demonstrate just how superficial Daisy really is since she did not take in consideration her love for Gatsby enough and instead decided to marry Tom as a way to secure her future and money. Another major event in the novel that depicted the emptiness of the 1920’s society was Gatsby’s murder and funeral. After the murder of Gatsby, Tom and Daisy turn their back on the events caused by them and leave New York without any taking any responsibility and leaving Nick to deal with everything by himself. Gatsby having invited tons of people over to his house literally no one arrived at his funeral. Considering this, Owl-eyes states “Why, my God! They used to go there by the hundreds…The poor son-of-a-bitch.” (Chapter 9) The funeral proves just how many few people actually had any genuine concern for Gatsby. Identifying these major events in the novel makes the reader realize that the upper class during this period only cared for money, social status, and gossip –contributing to Fitzgerald’s theme of the hollowness of the upper class.
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Ms. Rushing
4th Period