Character Number One: Jay Gatsby
STEAL Method
Analysis
Textual Evidence
Speech
Gatsby often speaks in a formal and courteous manner, using elaborate language to impress others. This suggests that he is trying to portray himself as sophisticated and wealthy.
"‘I’ve got a man in England who buys me clothes. He sends over a selection of things at the beginning of each season, spring and fall.’" (Fitzgerald, 48)
Thoughts
Gatsby often thinks about his past with Daisy and his desire to be with her again. This shows that he is nostalgic and hopeful, constantly dreaming of a better future.
"He smiled understandingly—much more than understandingly. It was one of those rare smiles with a quality of eternal reassurance in it, that you may come across four or five times in life." (Fitzgerald, 48)
Effect on others
People are drawn to Gatsby's extravagant parties and mysterious persona, but many are also suspicious of him and question his background and wealth. This suggests that while he may seem appealing, there is a sense of doubt and curiosity surrounding him.
"The one on my right was a colossal affair by any standard—it was a factual imitation of some Hôtel de Ville in Normandy, with a tower on one side, spanking new under a thin beard of raw ivy, and a marble swimming pool, and more than forty acres of lawn and garden." (Fitzgerald, 39)
Actions
Gatsby throws lavish parties and spends his money to impress Daisy and win her back. This demonstrates his determination and willingness to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals.
"He smiled understandingly—much more than understandingly. It was one of those rare smiles with a quality of eternal reassurance in it, that you may come across four or five times in life." (Fitzgerald, 48)
Looks
Gatsby is described as having a charming and handsome appearance, often dressed in expensive and stylish clothing. This reflects his desire to appear rich and sophisticated in order to fit in with the wealthy elite of East Egg.
"He smiled understandingly—much more than understandingly. It was one of those rare smiles with a quality of eternal reassurance in it, that you may come across four or five times in life." (Fitzgerald, 48)
This Week’s Project Assignment: Character Analysis
Step One: Choose Your Characters
Using the Highlight Tool on Google Docs, highlight the two characters that you are going to analyze from the list below.
Nick Carraway
Jay Gatsby
Daisy Buchanan
Tom Buchanan
George Wilson
Myrtle Wilson
Jordan Baker
Step Two: STEAL Information
We are going to use the STEAL method to analyze the characters you have chosen. Complete the following chart with information, using textual evidence to support your claims:
Character Number One:
STEAL Method
Analysis
Provide a 2-3 sentence answer to each portion of the STEAL method
Textual Evidence
Provide a quote from the text that supports your analysis of each portion of the STEAL Method.
Speech
What important things does the character say that helps us understand what they are like?
Thoughts
What kind of thoughts does the character have and what do these thoughts say about the kind of person they are?
Effect on others
How do other people act around this character? What do you think it says about them that people act the way they do around them?
Actions
What does this character do that shows the kind of person they are?
Looks
What does this character look like? How do they dress? How do they carry themselves? What does that say about who they are?
This Week’s Project Assignment: Character Analysis
Step One: Choose Your Characters
Using the Highlight Tool on Google Docs, highlight the two characters that you are going to analyze from the list below.
Nick Carraway
Jay Gatsby
Daisy Buchanan
Tom Buchanan
George Wilson
Myrtle Wilson
Jordan Baker
Step Two: STEAL Information
We are going to use the STEAL method to analyze the characters you have chosen. Complete the following chart with information, using textual evidence to support your claims:
Character Number One:
STEAL Method
Analysis
Provide a 2-3 sentence answer to each portion of the STEAL method
Textual Evidence
Provide a quote from the text that supports your analysis of each portion of the STEAL Method.
Speech
What important things does the character say that helps us understand what they are like?
Thoughts
What kind of thoughts does the character have and what do these thoughts say about the kind of person they are?
Effect on others
How do other people act around this character? What do you think it says about them that people act the way they do around them?
Actions
What does this character do that shows the kind of person they are?
Looks
What does this character look like? How do they dress? How do they carry themselves? What does that say about who they are?
This Week’s Project Assignment: Character Analysis
Step One: Choose Your Characters
Using the Highlight Tool on Google Docs, highlight the two characters that you are going to analyze from the list below.
Nick Carraway
Jay Gatsby
Daisy Buchanan
Tom Buchanan
George Wilson
Myrtle Wilson
Jordan Baker
Step Two: STEAL Information
We are going to use the STEAL method to analyze the characters you have chosen. Complete the following chart with information, using textual evidence to support your claims:
Character Number One:
STEAL Method
Analysis
Provide a 2-3 sentence answer to each portion of the STEAL method
Textual Evidence
Provide a quote from the text that supports your analysis of each portion of the STEAL Method.
Speech
What important things does the character say that helps us understand what they are like?
Thoughts
What kind of thoughts does the character have and what do these thoughts say about the kind of person they are?
Effect on others
How do other people act around this character? What do you think it says about them that people act the way they do around them?
Actions
What does this character do that shows the kind of person they are?
Looks
What does this character look like? How do they dress? How do they carry themselves? What does that say about who they are?
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