Question

Choose one literary selection from this semester in which you think the setting has a great impact on the work. In a full paragraph, name the work, describe the setting, and explain why it is so important to the overall story or poem.

Answer 1

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One literary selection from this semester in which the setting has a great impact on the work is "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The novel is set in the 1920s on Long Island and in New York City, capturing the decadence and excess of the Jazz Age. The setting plays a crucial role in shaping the characters and events of the story. The opulent mansions of West Egg and the extravagant parties at Gatsby's mansion serve as symbols of the materialism and superficiality that define this era. The contrast between the wealthy elite of East Egg and the aspiring social climbers of West Egg highlights the themes of class, identity, and the American Dream that permeate the novel. The setting of "The Great Gatsby" not only serves as a backdrop for the story but also serves as a reflection of the characters' motivations, desires, and ultimately their tragic downfall.