Cover of the textbook Into Focus B1

The key answer of exercise 4

The key to exercise solutions in chapter Focus on Literature 7 for the textbook Into Focus B1 with authors Sue Kay, Vaughan Jones, Silvia Minardi e Daniel Brayshaw from Pearson Longman

Question

For each column find words and images from the text conveying an idea of 'wealth'.

Answer

Objects

  • "Rolls-Royce": A luxury car, symbolizing high status.
  • "Station wagon": Used to transport people, indicating affluence.
  • "Crates of oranges and lemons": High-quality fruits, reflecting opulence.
  • "Machine in the kitchen": A device for extracting orange juice, suggesting advanced, costly equipment.
  • "Colored lights": Expensive decorations for parties.
  • "Canvas and enough colored lights to make a Christmas tree": Indicating lavish party setups.

Activities

  • "Diving from the tower of his raft": Recreational activities that imply a luxurious lifestyle.
  • "Taking the sun on the hot sand of his beach": Indicates a private beach, a sign of wealth.
  • "Cars from New York parked five deep in the drive": Numerous vehicles, reflecting affluence.
  • "Servants toiled all day... repairing the ravages of the night before": Extensive staff for maintaining the property.

People

  • "Men and girls came and went like moths": Many guests, suggesting frequent and extravagant parties.
  • "A corps of caterers": Professionals hired for high-class events.
  • "Eight servants, including an extra gardener": A large staff, highlighting wealth.

These elements together create an image of Gatsby's immense wealth and luxurious lifestyle.

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