Students discussed the dramatic action in Chapter Seven. Discussion revolved around:
Gatsby's reaction to the existence of 'Pammy'.
The observation from Gatsby that Daisy's 'voice is full of money'.
The development of Daisy's attitude as the chapter unfolds.
The power battle between Gatsby and Tom and the reason for Tom's tears.
The significance of Wilson's reintroduction.
The final image of the chapter and how this represents the character of Gatsby.
Class discussion was, as ever, superb.
Homework: READ ch 7 again and read the final two chapters.
I'm not a massive fan of any cinematic versions of the novel as Fitzgerald's writing is too subtle. Carraway's narrative ambiguity does not translate across to the medium of film BUT below is a link to the 1974 film of the novel. Students may be interested in how director Jack Clayton interprets the drama of chapter seven.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQuO_DFVHpo&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_AS5WFUO4w&feature=related
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