1. "He was a son of God."
This quote argues that Jay Gatsby is the son of God. Although everyone is considered to be God's children, he is said to be the true one since he shaped himself to be the man that he is. He created himself. Since he turned himself from something poor and weak into a strong man that is liked by everyone due to his generosity, he created something new from something old. He provides hospitality to everyone and cares about everyone despite knowing him. He has great compassion for all. He is in the business of his father since God is not here to show his care. (105)
2. "I'm delighted to see you," said Gatsby, standing on his porch.
In this quote, Gatsby is trying to convince Nick that it was great seeing him after such a long time. Nick has a hard time believing him because he hasn't seen him in weeks and there has been no phone call or exchange of letters during the time apart. He is also surprised and hurt when he sees Gatsby with Tom, the most unexpected visitor, considering that he has history with Tom's wife. Gatsby adds, "I'm delighted you dropped in," in which Nick is trying to digest as an innocent statement with no sarcasm beneath. (95)
3. "By God...women run around too much these days to suit me. They meet all kinds of crazy fish."
In this dialogue, Tom is discussing his true feelings about Gatsby to Nick. He is surprised that his wife knows him. This quote shows that he is very stubborn and hypocritical because Tom runs around with poor people who drink all day (especially his mistress), while he criticizes his wife for knowing a man that is all too friendly in his taste. His remark about fishes reflects upon the quote, "There are many fishes in the sea," saying that loose women meet odd single men that are single for a good explanation. Tom tries to convince Nick these horrible things about his wife to make himself feel better that she has connections with someone as powerful, handsome, and popular as himself. (121)
4. "...some authentically radiant young girl who with one fresh glance at Gatsby, one moment of magical encounter, would blot out those five years of unwavering devotion."
The author suggests in this line that during one of Gatsby's extraordinary parties, young beautiful girls who have devoted their hearts to a special gentlemen already, would fall for Gatsby the moment the meet him no matter how much they were into their previous lad. Gatsby has the personality that would make you fall for him because of his kindness and hospitality.He is also filthy rich and handsome. This is enough to make any girl swoon and lose sight of what they had their eyes on. Unfortunately for them though, Gatsby would still be strongly devoted to the one Daisy. (101)
5. "Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall."
Daisy Buchanan was being negative about how life is so boring. Since the climate's been hot even though it's in the fall, the ladies have done nothing but sit around all day in their white dresses. Daisy's the type of person that likes to roam around and frets when placed in one place. Her friend Jordan argues that once it gets cooler in autumn, they would be able to do more things and they would once again resume their lives. Being a lady with financial support, there is little to nothing for them to do to past their leisure hours. (100)
