“Show me a hero and I’ll write you a tragedy”-F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Although this quote is actually from another one of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novels, it rings true for many of the characters in The Great Gatsby. Using this quote as your starting point, address the following in your original discussion in the box below.
Part One (2-3 Sentences): Explain what this quote means on a deeper level.
“Show me a hero and I’ll write you a tragedy”-F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Part Two (3-5 Sentences): Below you will see a list of characters from The Great Gatsby. Based off of your last name, you have been assigned a character to analyze. Explain how this quote is representative of the character so far in the novel, be sure to use textual evidence to support your analysis.
A-G- Jay Gatsby
H-N- Daisy Buchanan
O-U- Nick Carraway
V-Z- George Wilson
Part Three (3-5 Sentences): Below you will see a list of areas of society in today's world. Based on your last name, you have been assigned an aspect to analyze.Think about this quote with regard to our society today. Where have you seen this quote ringing true and what has been the impact?
A-G- Politics
H-N- Religion
O-U- Movies/Music/Television
V-Z- Sports
Part One: This quote means that heroes often meet tragic ends in literature, as their idealism and pursuit of greatness can lead to their downfall.
Part Two (Jay Gatsby): Jay Gatsby is a hero in The Great Gatsby, as he is seen as a self-made man who has achieved the American Dream. However, his obsession with Daisy Buchanan ultimately leads to his tragic downfall. Gatsby's blind faith in Daisy and his inability to let go of the past ultimately results in his death, showcasing how even the most heroic figures can be undone by their own flaws.
Part Three (Movies/Music/Television): In today's society, we often see this quote ring true in the world of entertainment. Many celebrities and public figures are put on pedestals as heroes, only to have their personal lives and scandals exposed to the public, leading to their downfall. This cycle of idolizing and then tearing down public figures shows how even in modern times, heroes can quickly become tragedies.