Students discussed issues raised in chapter 4 of The Great Gatsby. Specific focus was placed upon Jordan's narrative and the significance of Wolfshiem. Students considered how Fitzgerald is attempting to develop the narrative in this key chapter. The word 'sinister' was used by one student to describe the effect that Wolfshiem has upon the tone of the novel. Students were asked to consider the significance of Wolfshiem's 'cuff buttons', Gatsby's use of the medal and the photograph, the significance Wolfshiem's manipulation of the 1919 World Series, and the significance of Daisy's 'drunk as a monkey' moment.
Homework: Read the novel. I will be offering students a written test on Tuesday that will allow me to discern who is reading the novel in an appropriate manner. The test will consider the narrative content of the first five chapters. READ THE TEXT.
Tuesday's lesson will also examine the significance of chapter 5.
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