... are high he can not hurt an old man who had just lost his son; whereas Tom's morals are so low, that he hurts a poor stranger walking down the street, who is trying to make a living. The carefulness of speaking shows the theme of morality because it reflects respect for humanity ... so that he can finally have Daisy, and Fitzgerald recognises that reality is not always kind to dreamers. In this case, the strong, bullying character of Tom represents reality, and with his powerful nature he easily quashes any hopes that Gatsby may have of a relationship with Daisy. Although Fitzgerald ... ...

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• Approx Pages: 25
• Grade Level: High School

... him and filled the little room." It seems as though Gatsby is glowing like a torch. This energy and light symbolise the vibrancy of ambition created by the American Dream. Another character that oozes with energy is Myrtle; who seems alive and vibrant. Myrtle has "an immediately perceptible vitality about her as if the nerves of her body were continually smouldering." "Smouldering ... notion of fifty million individuals almost being controlled by Meyer Wolfshiem indicates the ability to control people's emotions and acquire wealth is born through corruption. He appears to be a dubious c...

• Word Count: 3225
• Approx Pages: 13
• Grade Level: High School