Chapter+4

The beginning of this chapter is a long list that Nick has made to name all the attendants of Gatsby's parties. Nick then describes a time he went to lunch with Mr. Gatsby, who tells him his "true" past. Nick doesn't seem to believe Gatsby completely until Gatsby shows him some photos and a medal of honor. During lunch, Nick is introduced to Meyer Wolfsheim, who has been accused of fixing the 1919 world series. After Lunch, Nick meets up with Jordon, who tells him that Gatsby is in love with Daisy. Jordan describes what she knows of Daisy and Gatsby's past to Nick. She then informs Nick that he is supposed to set up Daisy and Gatsby at his house.

** Unfamiliar Vocabulary **

 * __Hydroplane__ - to skim over water in the manner of a hydroplane
 * __Loafing__ - to idle away time
 * __Archway__ - an entrance or passage

Feminist Perspective:
In this chapter, Daisy is depicted as immature when she overreacts and yells at her parents since she is no longer allowed to see Gatsby. Daisy also gets drunk in this chapter, which shows that women can't hold their alcohol.

Marxist Perspective:
When talking about the illegal dealings between Gatsby and Wolfsheim, Nick hears them say "they are above the law". This is an example of how the wealthy are able to get away with things most men can't.

Themes:
Love presents itself in chapter four, as Nick confesses the feelings he's harbored for Daisy. Love, though unrequited at this point is one of the themes present in the //Great Gatsby//. Does Nick really love Daisy, or does he only think that he does because she is of a desirable background and has money? In this society, Daisy would reject Nick due to his social status. The characters in the chapter also talk about set ups with their friends to perhaps start a relationship among them, thus furthering the cycle of wealth being passed onto the wealthy.

Colors:
Gold is used again in this chapter to describe Jordan's "golden shoulder." In this context, since gold is associated with richness and prosperity, he may be alluding that Jordan is a prize. Daisy is once again depicted in all white, once again alluding to her "innocence."

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