Question

Part A. While only reading up to Chapter 9, What does Jay Gatsby do that shows the kind of person they are? Answer in two to three sentences.

Part B. Separately Provide a quote from the text that supports your analysis. (Quote has to be from chapters 1-9)

Answer 1

Part A: Jay Gatsby shows that he is determined and resourceful by throwing extravagant parties to get the attention of his lost love, Daisy Buchanan. He also demonstrates a willingness to take risks by buying a mansion across the bay from her and creating an elaborate facade to win her back.

Part B: “Gatsby, who represented everything for which I have an unaffected scorn. If personality is an unbroken series of successful gestures…” (Chapter 1)