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    This document summarizes and analyzes Fitzgerald's use of language in Chapter 3 of The Great Gatsby to create the atmosphere of Gatsby's reckless, carnival-like parties. It provides 5 examples from the text, explaining how each uses figurative language or imagery to depict the lively, chaotic nature of the gatherings. The examples show guests arriving in large numbers, constant drinking, people mingling and discussing rumors about Gatsby, laughter and enjoyment, and a sense of serenity amidst the lively chaos of the party.

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    This document summarizes and analyzes Fitzgerald's use of language in Chapter 3 of The Great Gatsby to create the atmosphere of Gatsby's reckless, carnival-like parties. It provides 5 examples from the text, explaining how each uses figurative language or imagery to depict the lively, chaotic nature of the gatherings. The examples show guests arriving in large numbers, constant drinking, people mingling and discussing rumors about Gatsby, laughter and enjoyment, and a sense of serenity amidst the lively chaos of the party.

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    This document summarizes and analyzes Fitzgerald's use of language in Chapter 3 of The Great Gatsby to create the atmosphere of Gatsby's reckless, carnival-like parties. It provides 5 examples from the text, explaining how each uses figurative language or imagery to depict the lively, chaotic nature of the gatherings. The examples show guests arriving in large numbers, constant drinking, people mingling and discussing rumors about Gatsby, laughter and enjoyment, and a sense of serenity amidst the lively chaos of the party.

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    THE GREAT GATSBY Chapter 3: Fitzgerald's Language

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    This document summarizes and analyzes Fitzgerald's use of language in Chapter 3 of The Great Gatsby to create the atmosphere of Gatsby's reckless, carnival-like parties. It provides 5 examples from the text, explaining how each uses figurative language or imagery to depict the lively, chaotic nature of the gatherings. The examples show guests arriving in large numbers, constant drinking, people mingling and discussing rumors about Gatsby, laughter and enjoyment, and a sense of serenity amidst the lively chaos of the party.

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    THE GREAT GATSBY Chapter 3:

    Fitzgerald’s Language
    How does Fitzgerald’s language create the reckless, carnival-like atmosphere at
    Gatsby’s party? Consider figurative language, imagery, and word choice in
    general. Find the TOP 5 examples of this language and explain each example’s
    effect in the chart below.

    EXAMPLE Effect
    " ...while his station wagon Many people attended Gatsby's
    scampered like a brisk yellow bug to party, even if they didn't know him.
    meet all trains. " All these people had a high position
    in society and had money.

    "A tray of cocktails floated at us Because there was so much going on


    through the twilight... " at the party and it appeared that
    everyone was constantly drinking,
    the author later uses a scene of
    drunk driving to advance his or her
    agenda.

    " In his blue gardens men and girls The metaphor depicts how many
    came and went like moths among the guests arrive at the party to drink
    whisperings and the champagne and and converse, including discussing
    the stars. " the Gatsby rumors.

    "...air is alive with chatter and Everyone seems to enjoy themselves


    laughter..." and have fun, Gatsby gatherings are
    quite entertaining and popular.
    " ...making the night fine as before The use of hyperbole creates a sense
    and surviving the laughter and the of serenity amidst the wild and
    sound of his still glowing garden." boisterous party atmosphere.

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