1. Word connotation Denotation: dictionary definition of the word
Connotation: surrounding additional meaning
House vs. home
Residence, crib, shack, cabin, quarters, shelter, etc.

2. Word Connotation Analysis Ch. 1
West Egg vs. East Egg p. 5
Tom Buchanan p. 7, 12-13
Daisy Buchanan p. 8, 9
What words does Fitzgerald use to describe the setting/characters? List them.
Think about word connotation. Looking at the words, what conclusions can you draw? Select an adjective to describe the types of words used for each of the elements.
How do the setting/characters relate to the American Dream?