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Plan to read two-three chapters a week and submit Journal entries accordingly. Instructions: 1 . Draw a line down the middle of the paper, making two columns (see sample below). You are encouraged to create dealt entries If you prefer. 2. The left column is used for direct quotations or particularly important passages from the reading. Chapter, page, and paragraph numbers must be included. 3. The right column is used for commenting on passages in the left column based on the assignment for each chapter outlined below.
Responses will be at least four sentences long for each quote or passage discussed. As you take notes In your journal, you should regularly reread the previous pages of notes and comments. Please number your passages as you go because your grade will be based on how many entries you write. At the end of each chapter’s notes and before you begin the next chapter, write a chapter summary In the right-hand column. Chapter 1 Select and note in your journal the page number of two or more passages that give the reader an understanding of how Nick views Gatsby as a person.
Be sure to discuss Fitzgerald word choice (diction) and how Gatsby appears to differ from Nick. Also, note in your Journal two or more passages that discuss the mood of the dinner party Nick attends In this chapter. Be sure to explain how the mood is created and what your thoughts are on how this scene might be Important. (4-5 total passages and responses) chanter 2 Select and note in your Journal the page number of two or more passages that best exemplify the character of Tom at this point in the novel.
Comment and discuss your reasons for selecting these passages and how you think Tom will develop over the course of the novel based on this chapter. (3-4 total passages and responses) Chapter 3 exemplify the atmosphere of Gatsby parties. Be sure to comment on Fitzgerald use of imagery in these passages. (2-4 total passages and responses) Chapter 4 Select and note in your Journal two or more passages that you find the most difficult to believe about Gatsby background.
Explain why these details seem unlikely to you and be sure to comment on what you think this says about Gatsby character. How might this also be connected to his behavior at his own parties from the previous chapter? (2-3 total passages and responses) Chapter 5 Select and note in your Journal two or more passages that you feel best capture the verbal mood of this chapter. Be certain to discuss how Fitzgerald creates that particular mood in your commentary. Also, select one passage that you feel shows the connection between Daisy and Gatsby the best.