Welcome to the 1920s!
The Great Gatsby is oftentimes referred to as the first great American novel. As you read, consider the elements that reflect American culture. You need to pay attention to plot, character, setting, and ideas in order to reflect on this concept.
As far as homework is considered, read a chapter each night and take notes. Be on guard for a pop quiz. As far a new literary terms are concerned, figure out the novel's extended metaphor and figure out the reason cataloguing is used. Finally, analyze eye imagery for clues about relationships between the characters.
