The characters from East Egg acquire wealth from previous years but have no fulfillment in life. ... A prime character that perfectly describes East Egg is Jordan Baker. ... He helps his girlfriend Jordan Baker with her problems revolving around cheating. ... Myrtle Wilson tries to desperately improve her life and get out of the ashes. ... But to reach a higher place in life some must fall and experience the low. ...

• Word Count: 1589
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

The Great Gatsby The 1920s was a time in American History where the white-collar men and the socially elite lived a life laced with luxury. ... Sadly not only does she want this type of life, she also wants it for her child. ... Professional athletes were abandoning sportsmanship and cheating as Jordan Baker did. ... It doesn't mean that everyone in this era were Tom Buchanans, Jay Gatsbys, or Jordan Bakers, but those were the type of people that stuck out the most. ...

• Word Count: 1559
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School