Names
This flower name, meaning “day’s eye,” reflects the character's image of purity and light in The Great Gatsby
Who is Daisy
These two women never meet but symbolize contrasting views on class, status, and beauty
Who are Daisy and Myrtle?
These two elements reflect the emotional climax of the story through temperature and tension
What is weather and mood
Associated with Aphrodite and used in funerals, this name symbolizes status-seeking and disposability
Who is Myrtle?
These two are calm observers, offering stability to more reckless characters
Who are Michaelis and Nick
These two characters are idolized but remain emotionally detached, like silver statues
Who are Daisy and Jordan
This character’s last name is associated with fairies—symbolizing her ethereal, untouchable quality and the illusion of innocence
Who is Daisy Fay?
These two represent opposite forms of ambition—one mysterious and idealistic, the other aggressive and entitled
Who is Gatsby and Tom
This last name reflects a character’s plain, stable presence—like a seed, adding depth without dominance
Who is Caraway (Nick)
This flashy first name mirrors the character’s colorful persona and extravagant parties
Who is Jay?
These two men are both driven by obsessive beliefs—one by love, the other by revenge
Who are Gatsby and Wilson
This character’s name isn't floral like Daisy’s, reflecting her independence and cynicism
Who is Jordan
This surname is shared with a U.S. President who resisted change and represents dominance and entitlement
Who is Buchanan? (Tom)
These two characters share a deep contrast in morality; one is quietly honest, the other loudly racist
Who are Nick and Tom?
These two forms of Gatsby’s identity clash throughout the novel, especially in guests’ stories
What are rumours and reality?