The Great Gatsby and the American Dream: A Comparative Analysis with Citizen Kane.How many body segments of the body should Paper 4 have? Four segments–one new one and three from the previous papers. Add an opening and a closing: You have four 5-paragraph segments for the body and short opening and short closing paragraphs.

QUESTION

How many body segments of the body should Paper 4 have?

Four segments–one new one and three from the previous papers.

Add an opening and a closing: You have four 5-paragraph segments for the body and short opening and short closing paragraphs.

A total of 6 segments: Opening and closing plus four segments that are 4-5-paragraph body segments.

The new 5-paragraph segment will be developed by argumentation, using a pro-con-take a position method of development.

Consider this paper to be about The Great Gatsby and the American dream; Citizen Kane is a small part of the overall paper and should be confined to the comparison and contrast segment only.

You need a short one-sentence transitional paragraph between the information (description and examples) and analysis (cause and effect) levels of development and between the cause and effect and second analysis (comparison and contrast) levels of development. You need one last one-sentence transitional sentence to move from analysis level using comparison and contrast to synthesis level using pro-con-take a position.

ANSWER

 The Great Gatsby and the American Dream: A Comparative Analysis with Citizen Kane

Introduction

The American Dream has long been an integral theme in literature and cinema, representing the ideals of success, wealth, and upward mobility. F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel, “The Great Gatsby,” and Orson Welles’ film, “Citizen Kane,” explore the complexities and shortcomings of this dream. This paper aims to analyze the portrayal of the American Dream in both works, examining their similarities and differences, and ultimately taking a position on the significance and attainability of the dream.

Body Segments

Segment 1: Description and Examples of the American Dream (4-5 paragraphs)
Provide a brief overview of the American Dream concept.
Discuss how “The Great Gatsby” and “Citizen Kane” portray the American Dream through their characters, settings, and plot developments.
Highlight specific examples from the works that exemplify the pursuit of the American Dream.

Transitional Sentence: As we delve deeper into the analysis, it becomes evident that the portrayal of the American Dream extends beyond surface-level aspirations.

Segment 2: Analysis of Cause and Effect (4-5 paragraphs)

Examine the factors that influence the characters’ pursuit of the American Dream in both works.
Analyze the consequences of their actions and choices in relation to the dream.
Explore how societal pressures, personal desires, and external circumstances shape their paths towards success or failure.

Transitional Sentence: Moving from cause and effect analysis, it is essential to explore the contrasting elements in “The Great Gatsby” and “Citizen Kane” through a comparative lens.

 Segment 3: Comparison and Contrast (4-5 paragraphs)

Compare and contrast the portrayal of the American Dream in “The Great Gatsby” and “Citizen Kane.”
Discuss the similarities and differences in the characters’ motivations, achievements, and disillusionments.
Examine the thematic nuances and narrative techniques employed by Fitzgerald and Welles to convey their respective perspectives on the American Dream.

Transitional Sentence: As we transition from the analysis through comparison and contrast, a synthesis of perspectives on the American Dream comes into focus.

 Segment 4: Synthesis and Position Statement (4-5 paragraphs)
Synthesize the insights gained from the previous segments to present a holistic understanding of the American Dream in both works.
Formulate a position on the attainability and significance of the American Dream based on the analysis of “The Great Gatsby” and “Citizen Kane.”
Support the position with evidence and logical reasoning, acknowledging the complexities and limitations inherent in the pursuit of the dream.

Conclusion

In conclusion, “The Great Gatsby” and “Citizen Kane” offer contrasting yet complementary perspectives on the American Dream. Through a detailed analysis and comparison of the characters, themes, and narrative techniques in both works, we gain a deeper understanding of the dream’s allure, its pitfalls, and its impact on individuals and society. By taking a position on the attainability of the American Dream, we recognize the complexities of the human experience and the need to redefine success and fulfillment in a changing world.