In this story (chapter 6), Gatsby “comes clean” with Nick, telling the story of how he became wealthy. Does his story seem believable? Does it change your view of Gatsby? Explain your answers.

Explain how dave’s search for adulthood in ,the man who was almost a man” reflects the africa-american desire to escape the poverty of the south at the time the story was written.

How is the speaker characterized by her wish to keep her diary a secret from her brother? a) she seems shy and private. b) she seems and eager. c) she seems clever and studious. d) she seems sneaky and dishonest.

Which statement best describes the authors use of a claim and a counterclaim in the passage