The Great Gatsby
Chapter 9
Describe the significant events of this final chapter. Why does Nick call Tom and Daisy "careless people"?
Describe the significant events of this final chapter. Why does Nick call Tom and Daisy "careless people"?
In Chapter Nine, Nick reflects that Tom and Daisy are capable only of cruelty and destruction; they are kept safe from the consequences of their actions by their fortress of wealth and privilege..... they are "careless people".
For a quick summary and analysis of the chapter, a link to Gradesaver's Chapter Nine summary has been provided below.
http://www.gradesaver.com/the-great-gatsby/study-guide/summary-chapter-9