The Great Gatsby Essay Topics
1.
“American spirituality has been corrupted by our quest for wealth and material
possessions.”
Frederick C. Millet
Using this quote as a critical lens, explain the quote, agree or disagree with the quote, and
use your analysis of The Great Gatsby to support your argument
2.
Weather extremes and the change of seasons tend to signify a change in the characters,
their conflicts, and even the tone of Nick’s narration of The Great Gatsby. Identify these
changes and explain their significance within the chapter and the text as a whole.
3.
One critic has written that the theme of The Great Gatsby is “the withering of the
American Dream.” Choose one of the characters from the novel and completely discuss
this theme.
4.
Analyze Gatsby’s desire for Daisy in The Great Gatsby. Does he admire her as a person
or is she simply a symbol? What is the nature of the role of money in their relationship?
Why is Gatsby attracted to Daisy?
5.
Consider F. Scott Fitzgerald’s characterization of Jay Gatsby and Tom Buchanan in The
Great Gatsby. What are their similarities? What are their differences? Why does Daisy
remain with Tom instead of leaving him for Gatsby?
Due Date: 12/13/2013- NOT NEGOTIABLE
YOU WILL EARN 0 POINTS IF THE ESSAY IS NOT SUMBITTED BY 2:16 ON 12/13/2013