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Bringing the Themes in The Great Gatsby to Life

In the last 100 years, The Great Gatsby has shot up to be one of the most popular books taught in high school English classrooms. Yet time and time again it is used in the same way, discussing symbolism of the green light and pursuit of the past. While this book is a great gateway …

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Companion Texts to The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby is a well-known classic that offers a view into things like ambition, identity, disillusionment, and the American Dream. While it has become a staple in many high school classes, some students have trouble connecting with all the “rich white people problems” that make up much of the plot. One way to bring …

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