In the book, how does Gatsby's flaws and idealism represent the best and the worst about the American Dream?

5 answers

1. Make sure you have read the book thoroughly.

2. Make 3 lists: Gatsby's flaws; Gatsby's ideals; elements in the idea "American dream."

3. Make comparisons and contrasts from your lists.
What do you mean by ideals?
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/ideals?s=t
I'll do that, thank you
You're welcome.

It's much easier to plan and write an essay if you make lists first!