Question

read the following theme: arrogance leads to ones downfall. how is this theme best shown in the great gatsby? a. gatsby thinks that he can recreate the past, which he seeks to do through illegal and destructive means. b. nick thinks he can make it on the east coast, but he only manages to lose everything. c. tom hopes to control both myrtle and daisy, but they end up controlling him in a subtle way. d. jordan hopes to increase her social status by dating nick, but nick breaks up with her.

Explanation:

Gatsby's belief that he can recreate the past through illegal and destructive means shows his arrogance. His hubris leads to his down - fall as his dreams crumble and he meets a tragic end. The other options do not as clearly demonstrate the theme of arrogance leading to downfall.

Answer:

A. Gatsby thinks that he can recreate the past, which he seeks to do through illegal and destructive means.