1. The Great Gatsby
The willingness to use a person for one's own purposes shows a deep interest in material quests, rather than friendship. ... When Gatsby dies, only Nick, one of Gatsby's guests, a few of his servants, and Gatsby's father attend the funeral (Fitzgerald 182-183). ... The party guests overwhelm the funeral by virtue of their absence; they crowd the cemetery with conspicuous neglect. ... Along with this, she boldly flaunts her wealth and material items solely to earn approval and admiration from her guests. ...
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