Similarities and Differences

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  1. Tragic Heroes: Both works feature tragic heroes who are flawed and meet a tragic fate. In "Antigone," the tragic hero is Antigone herself, while in "The Great Gatsby," it is Jay Gatsby. Both characters are driven by a single-minded pursuit that ultimately leads to their downfall.
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  1. Themes of Fate and Destiny: Both works explore themes of fate and destiny. In "Antigone," the characters are bound by the curse of their family history, while in "The Great Gatsby," characters are often unable to escape the consequences of their actions, despite their attempts to control their own destinies.
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  1. Conflict Between Individual and Society: Both works depict the conflict between the individual and society. In "Antigone," Antigone's defiance of King Creon's decree represents the conflict between individual conscience and political authority. In "The Great Gatsby," Gatsby's attempts to win back Daisy and rise in society are ultimately thwarted by the rigid social norms and expectations of the time.
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  1. Setting: "Antigone" is set in ancient Greece, while "The Great Gatsby" is set in 1920s America. The different settings reflect different cultural contexts and societal norms, which shape the characters and events of each work.
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  1. Treatment of Women: While both works feature strong female characters, their treatment differs. In "Antigone," Antigone's defiance of Creon's authority is portrayed as noble and heroic, while in "The Great Gatsby," female characters like Daisy Buchanan and Jordan Baker are often marginalized and objectified by the male characters.
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  1. Narrative Structure: "Antigone" follows the structure of a classical Greek tragedy, with a linear plot and a chorus that comments on the action. "The Great Gatsby," on the other hand, employs a more complex narrative structure, with multiple perspectives and flashbacks.