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1. What is the American dream? Does it mean the same thing for different characters in the book? Has Jay Gatsby attained what he believes the dream promises?
2. Why does Daisy temporarily leave her husband for Gatsby? Why doesn't she stay with Gatsby?
3. Why does Gatsby love Daisy? How does he demonstrate his love for her? What is the meaning of the green light?
4. What does Nick think about Gatsby? How does his view of Gatsby change?
5. A recurring motif is the bad driver. List the occasions of reckless driving. What does bad driving symbolize?
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