The Great Gatsby / Affluenza
Compare and Contrast Essay
Utilizing the knowledge you have gained by reading The Great Gatsby and watching the video Affluenza, you have gathered a lot of
information on consumer spending and material possessions of the 1920s and today. Combine the information from the novel, the video,
and your own experiences to describe and evaluate the values of the two time periods. Include implications for living in today’s society.
Cite specific details to support your conclusions.
Requirements:
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Word processed
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500 words (approximately 1.5 pages)
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Minimum of 3 direct quotes from the novel