After reading The Great Gatsby, groups return to the text and note passages where Fitzgerald uses symbols and color imagery in his narrative. They then develop a presentation that explains the context, the implications, and possible explanations for why Fitzgerald chose this symbolism and imagery.

Concepts

the great gatsby, f. scott fitzgerald, symbolism, colors

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• For larger classes add references to jazz, automobiles, and East versus West to the list of topics to be investigated
• After the presentations, ask individuals to select one of the topics and craft an essay that analyzes in greater depth how Fitzgerald uses the symbol to develop a theme in the novel

Classroom Considerations

• Consider providing groups with the topics prior to reading so that they can mark references as they read

Pros

• The plan includes step-by-step directions

Cons

• No rubric is included for the project

Common Core

RL.9-10.1 RL.9-10.2 RL.9-10.4 W.11-12.2.a W.11-12.9.a