The Great Gatsby: Background Information

Today, we watched a documentary to get ready for reading The Great Gatsby next week. The video includes information about the 1920's, biographical information about the author of Gatsby, and some thematic information about the book.

We skipped over the parts that had spoilers! I recommend skipping these things:

• Play at the beginning
• Stop at 7:49, start again at 13:34
• Stop at 28:10, start again at 31:36
• Stop at 37:34

Click here if you would like to watch the video from today.

Of course, once we've read the book, going back and watching the entire video would be a wonderful way to review the unit before you take the test. :)