Nick's Materialism In The Great Gatsby

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“Whenever you feel like criticizing anyone… just remember that all the people in this world haven’t had the advantages that you’ve had.” (pg. 1) This piece of advice from Nick’s father shows that Nick would usually think he is more important than other people, in terms of social status and wealth, by criticizing them. In the Great Gatsby, money and the possessions of most of the characters affects the relationships, outcomes, and motivations, in a negative way most of the time. This is shown in the extravagance of Gatsby’s parties, when Gatsby throws the shirts, and also in Gatsby’s funeral. Many characters in the Great Gatsby are highly materialistic, their motivations driven by their want for money and items. The director does a great job

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