Why did Daisy choose Tom over Gatsby?
While Gatsby has become wealthy, he is what we call “new money” people. Daisy may not love Tom as much as Gatsby, but she cannot bear the thought of living in the low class world of “new money”. So, she chooses the world she knows (Tom) over the world of new money (Gatsby).
What chapter does Daisy choose Tom over Gatsby?
Chapter 7
What does Daisy say about Tom in Chapter 7?
Daisy tells Tom he’s “revolting” and asks how she could possibly love him now. She has a really hard time saying she never loved him, but she does eventually, after much internal deliberation.
Why does Daisy marry Tom instead of waiting for Gatsby?
Even though she was still in love with Gatsby, Daisy most likely married Tom because she knew he could provide her with more material comforts. Once Daisy takes a bath and calms down, she consents to marry Tom, and appears, initially at least, happy with her decision.
What does Daisy really think of the party?
Daisy does not like Gatsby’s party. It is too much like an amusement park. When Gatsby figures out what she thinks, it disheartens him. He wants her to admit that she never loved Tom, that she always did and does still love Gatsby, and he wants her to leave Tom for him.
Why does Daisy not like Gatsby’s party?
According to Nick, Daisy is offended by the party because she thinks it wasn’t a gesture but an emotion. We see that Daisy does not have much fun at the party, the only time she enjoyed was the few moments she was alone with Gatsby. Daisy shows her snobbish side while at the party.
Why do Daisy and Tom not have a good time at the party?
Why does Daisy not have a good time at Gatsby’s party? Because Tom is there putting everything and everyone down and because the people in attendance are new money people and she is old money.
What does Daisy think of Gatsby’s house?
” She says that she loves it, but it is so gigantic that she is surprised that he could possibly live in it all by himself. She admires the gardens, the lovely scents of the flowers, the picture of the house against the blue sky. As Daisy walks around Gatsby’s mansion, she seems to appreciate every detail.
Is Daisy worthy of Gatsby’s devotion?
Daisy is The Great Gatsby’s most enigmatic, and perhaps most disappointing, character. Although Fitzgerald does much to make her a character worthy of Gatsby’s unlimited devotion, in the end she reveals herself for what she really is. From Nick’s first visit, Daisy is associated with otherworldliness.
What were Gatsby’s last words?
The last line of Gatsby reads: “So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.”