Choose one of the following topics and write a well-organized and well-supported essay about it.
1. Discuss the symbolism of the green light in Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby. As you discuss the green light be sure to develop the theme of the American Dream. Use specific quotations in order to focus, deepen, and support your points.
2. Compare and contrast two characters in the novel in order to discuss one of the central themes of Fitzgerald’s novel, The Great Gatsby. Use specific quotations in order to focus, deepen, and support your points.
Pre-writing: Once you have selected an essay topic, do some brainstorming and make a double bubble map for topic 2 or another map for topic 1. Then make an outline. See the samples attached below to help you.