Estimated Time: 3 hours

Read:

• Chapters 1-3

Write:

• As you are reading, write down any sentences or paragraphs that you like or have special meaning to you in your journal. Choose at least one passage from each chapter.
• Pay attention to any words or phrases that you don't understand and write them in your journal. Look up the meanings of these words.

Learn:

• During this study you will be learning about the Plot Arc and each step in it. Start by looking at the following chart which shows a Plot Arc and defines each step.
• Add the definitions of exposition and conflict in your notebook.

• Create a character list in your notebook. As you are reading, write down each character's name and add information that helps to define the character.
• Throughout this book, color plays an important role. Start a list in your notebook of when color words are used. List the color, a brief example, and the page number so you can refer back when needed.

• Print out the Plot Arc form below. You will be using it all throughout your study of The Great Gatsby.
• This week you should complete the exposition section with the setting of the story. Don't try to put character information in this box - utilize your notebook and character list for that info.
• Also, as you are reading try to determine the conflict of the story.