Should we feel bad for Myrtle

• Who is the creator of the English lit study videos mentioned?

  Jen
• What subjects does Jen's channel cover?

  Shakespeare, poetry, fiction, literary devices
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  Subscribe to her channel
• Who is Myrtle Wilson in The Great Gatsby?

  A minor character with symbolic significance
• What key themes does Myrtle symbolize in The Great Gatsby?

  Class and gender
• Who is Myrtle married to?

  George Wilson
• What does George Wilson own?

  A stingy garage
• When does Myrtle first appear in the novel?

  Chapter 2
• How does Myrtle feel about George Wilson?

  She despises him for his unmanliness
• What does Myrtle desire in her relationship with Tom Buchanan?

  To be Mrs. Buchanan
• How does Tom Buchanan treat Myrtle?

  As a sexual plaything
• What does Myrtle's tragic life reveal about the American dream?

  Misunderstanding leads to disappointment
• What does Myrtle's marriage symbolize in the context of her character?

  A lack of respect and opportunity
• How does Myrtle's tragic end compare to Gatsby's?

  Both are tied to delusions of wealth
• What does Myrtle's death signify in the novel?

  Her ultimate disappointment and tragedy
• What does Myrtle complain about in the New York flat?

  The drinks not being cold enough
• What does the smallness of Myrtle's flat symbolize?

  Narrow opportunities in her life
• How does Myrtle's behavior reflect her class consciousness?

  She tries to distance herself from her origins
• What does the decor of Myrtle's flat reveal about her character?

  Her desire for a wealthier lifestyle
• What type of publications does Myrtle read?

  Gossipy tabloids and scandal magazines
• How is Myrtle's death portrayed in the novel?

  Brief and insignificant, like a speck of dust
• What does the mingling of Myrtle's blood with dust symbolize?

  Her sacrifice and insignificance
• How does the description of Myrtle's body contribute to the narrative?

  It reflects societal indifference towards women
• What does Myrtle's open mouth symbolize at the end of her life?

  A gap of unfulfilled desires
• What does the video suggest about Myrtle's relevance in society today?

  Her situation reflects ongoing social issues
• What are the key aspects of Myrtle Wilson's character in The Great Gatsby?

  • Minor character with symbolic significance
  • Married to George Wilson, despises him
  • Desires to be with Tom Buchanan
  • Represents themes of class and gender
  • Tragic end reflects societal indifference
• How does Myrtle's life and death illustrate the themes of The Great Gatsby?

  • Misunderstanding of the American dream
  • Class consciousness and social aspirations
  • Tragic consequences of desire for wealth
  • Indifference of society towards women