What is the purpose of Meyer Wolfsheim as a character?
Meyer's purpose is to make us even more unsure and confused about Gatsby. Before he is introduced, we as readers could only infer stuff about Gatsby, such as his wealth, murders and other crimes. But the addition of Meyer makes us question Gatsby more with his information this far.
What does the backstory of Jay and Daisy's past do to our impressions of Gatsby?
It allows the audience to empathize and feel towards Gatsby. Knowing how he used to behave and act, it allows us to connect to him more. It shows that he has feelings for a woman whom he loved (Daisy). This allows for the audience to connect to his character.
What does the story of the rest of Gatsby's past do to our impressions of him?
We truly feel sorry for him, through finding out about the loss of his family. The audience now finds itself rooting for him in many circumstances. Also, we find out that he didn't inherit his wealth, but earned it through work as well as luck. His past allows us to form prominent feelings toward him.
How does your overall impreesion of Gatsby change over these three chapters-Do you like him more, less, why?
Over the past three chapters, I have gained a positive outlook on Gatsby. I now sympathize for him due to the loss of his family and lack of swag in showing his feelings toward Daisy. I also respect him more because we know that he aspired and worked for his wealth.
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