The American Dream means different things to The Great Gatsby’s characters. The American Dream is the belief that anyone, regardless of social class or group, can attain success and happiness through hard work and determination. For Jay Gatsby and Tom Buchanan, it means power. For Myrtle Wilson, Daisy, and Jordan Baker, it means luxury. For […]

In “If I Stay,” a tragic accident leaves seventeen-year-old Mia’s world shattered. She’s lost between life and death, forced to make a choice that will ultimately determine her fate. Mia relives the memories of her past, the love of her family, and her passion for music. She must weigh the consequences of staying and fighting for

Fahrenheit 451 presents a future society where books are outlawed and “firemen” burn anything found. The protagonist, Guy Montag, is a fireman who questions his societal role and comes to rebel against it. In the following quotes, Bradbury speaks to the power of books and their ability to make us think critically about the world

Money is a huge motivator for the characters in The Great Gatsby. Jay Gatsby wants to be rich so badly that he’ll do anything to achieve his goal…even if it means sacrificing his happiness and ruining other people’s lives. For Daisy Buchanan, money represents security and status. She comes from a wealthy family and married

Sodapop Curtis is the middle child of the three Curtis brothers in The Outsiders. He’s known for his good looks and easy-going personality. He dropped out of school to help support his family after his parents died. The Outsiders Quotes With Page Numbers   Sodapop Curtis Personality Traits Sodapop Curtis is a vibrant and charismatic

George Wilson is a failed businessman who lives in a rundown garage on the outskirts of New York City. He’s married to Myrtle, Tom Buchanan’s mistress, and his mental instability leads to her death. While Wilson may not be a particularly sympathetic character, his quotes provide some insight into the dark side of the American