Money & Materialism Flashcards
(10 cards)
What central theme is highlighted in The Great Gatsby?
The theme of money and materialism
Fitzgerald uses the novel to showcase moral decay and disillusionment that comes with the pursuit of wealth.
What does Daisy Buchanan hope for her daughter?
She hopes her daughter will be a fool
Daisy believes that ignorance may protect her daughter from the harsh realities of society.
What does Daisy’s statement about her daughter reflect?
Societal expectations and limitations placed on women during the Jazz Age
Daisy suggests that a woman’s beauty may be more valuable than her intelligence.
What does the term ‘beautiful little fool’ imply?
It implies that physical attractiveness is more valued than intelligence
This reflects the superficial and materialistic values of the time.
What does the word ‘fool’ suggest in Daisy’s context?
A level of delusion
This aligns with the broader theme of characters constructing facades in the novel.
What does Fitzgerald critique through Daisy’s character?
The superficial and materialistic values of society
Daisy’s perspective highlights the emptiness of such values.
What does Myrtle Wilson express in Chapter 2?
Her materialistic aspirations
Myrtle lists items she wishes to purchase, reflecting her desire for social status.
How does Myrtle view material possessions?
As a means of enhancing her social standing
She believes acquiring material goods equates to success.
What is Myrtle’s situation in her marriage?
She is unhappy and feels limited by her marriage to George Wilson
Their relationship is characterized by poverty and unfulfillment.
What is the irony in Myrtle’s pursuit of material success?
It ultimately leads to her demise
Her desire to escape dissatisfaction results in tragic consequences.
