Question

Fitzgerald’s description of Tom, Daisy, and Jordan creates not only an impression of physical appearance, but also contains added information. What do you learn about their history and interests, and from their gestures and mannerisms?

Answer 1

We learn the following things about the physical appearance of the characters from the added information:

• Tom looks as if he is angry all the time. He is also the most powerful masculine character in the fictional story.
• Daisy looks quite yet cheerful, merry and innocent. She wears white to suit her character.
• Jordan is an athletic woman who loves to play tennis and stay fit physically. She is the strongest feminine character in the story.