Direct Characterization (quote that character has said)

Your analysis of direct characterization (what can you infer about that character)

In direct characterization (what has someone else said about this character)

Your analysis of indirect characterization (what can you infer about that character)

Nick Caraway “I participated in that delayed Teutonic migration known as the Great War. I enjoyed the counter-raid so thoroughly that I came back restless. Instead of being the warm centre of the world, the Middle West now seemed like the ragged edge of the universe- so I decided to go East and learn the bond business,” (7).

The quote showcases the adventurous personality of Nick, and the distaste for boredom. His time spent during the war has led him to seek out other opportunities- the bond business- away from home.

“I love to see you at my table, Nick. You remind me of a- of a rose, an absolute rose,” (19).

The rose represents the innocence of Nick’s personality, and the thorns on the stem of the rose may represent the flaws in his character.

Daisy Buchanan

“Do you always watch for the longest day of the year and then miss it? I always watch for the longest day of the year and then miss it.”

She is “flaky” and keep her plans and her plans seem to always fall through. It adds an element of mystery as to why and how she always misses something that

“it was the kid of voice that the ears follow up…who had cared for her found difficult to forget.”

Shoes that she is somewhat “irresistible” She is beautiful and loved. Most guys would want her.

Name: The Great Gatsby Characterization Exit Slip

1. Out of the five characters we met in Chapter 1, which one would you most like to meet in person?

2. What would you say to him or her regarding his or her character?

3. What is one question you would ask him or her regarding his or her character?

Name: The Great Gatsby Characterization Exit Slip

1. Out of the five characters we met in Chapter 1, which one would you most like to meet in person?

2. What would you say to him or her regarding his or her character?

3. What is one question you would ask him or her regarding his or her character?