1. Why is it important to recognize that symbols have multiple meanings rather than one fixed interpretation?

2. How does the green light function differently for Gatsby in Chapter 5 compared to its meaning at the end of The Great Gatsby?

1. What are common symbols and why are they easily recognizable to readers?

2. How can common symbols have dual or contradictory meanings, and what is an example?

1. What is a contextual symbol and how does it differ from a common symbol?

2. How do the glass paperweight in 1984 and the conch shell in Lord of the Flies function as contextual symbols within their respective works?

1. What are archetypal symbols and why have they appeared consistently across literature and ceremonies for centuries?

2. How do archetypal characters like the tragic hero, the scapegoat, and the temptress help readers understand and predict story meanings?

3. What archetypal characters are present in The Great Gatsby and what does each represent?