Journal 20 – The
Great Gatsby Conclusion
Read the novel’s last passage (beginning with, “Gatsby’s
house was still empty when I left”) and discuss the use of imagery and
symbolism that is being employed by Fitzgerald.
In your response, specifically address what Nick is saying about the
green light and the connection that he is making between Gatsby and the Dutch
sailors who “discovered” Long Island.
The author
uses a lot of visual imagery. He is basically summing up the whole book using
the visual imagery. He is using the green light and comparing it to his life
with the grass, and the trees. Just as the sailors discovered Long Island,
Gatsby discovered the area to get to Daisy. He believes it was no coincidence
seeing that green light. Nick is reflecting back on everything that has
happened to him, just by seeing the green light.
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