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Winter Dreams

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1922

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Essay Topics

1.

Describe Fitzgerald’s use of paradox throughout the story. What subtext does it bring to the story?

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How does Fitzgerald convey the disparity between dreams and reality—that is, the theme of illusion and disillusionment?

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How would you describe Dexter’s winter dreams? Using evidence from the text, explain the content of Dexter’s winter dreams and what actions he takes to pursue them.

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