THE
GREAT
GATSBY
4TH INTENSIVE
Read the instructions carefully and work on the tasks
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THE GREAT GATSBY
The “Great Gatsby” takes place during the “Roaring Twenties”. What do you think it is
related to? Choose some words you think describe this era.
ECONOMY DRY LAW STABILITY STOCK MARKET
HAPPINESS JAZZ MUSIC CULTURAL CHANGE AMERICAN DREAM
Read the introduction of the story. What do we learn about...?
1. Jay Gatsby?
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2. Tom and Daisy Buchanan?
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3. Long Island?
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In chapter I, we get to know Nick, the narrator. How would you describe him and his
lifestyle?
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What are the main differences between the East Egg and the West Egg, according to
Nick’s description?
EAST EGG WEST EGG
Type of people?
Houses?
Lifestyle?
Complete the following sentences with your own ideas, based on chapter I.
a. Tom has been .................................................................................................................................................................................................
b. Daisy wishes.....................................................................................................................................................................................................
c. The more Nick .................................................................................................................................................................................................
d. Nick is getting used to ..............................................................................................................................................................................
e. If Daisy had never mentioned Jordan Baker’s given name, Nick ...............................................................................
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f. Daisy will never forget ................................................................................................................................................................................
Read the following quotation. What is Daisy trying to say? Why is she saying this?
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Imagine you are Nick, at present (2024), and you have just met Jay Gatsby at the
entrance of your garage. Write a What’s App message to Jordan Baker who would really
like to meet him. (50 words)
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