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The Great Gatsby
Class project
1920s Swanky "Gatsby" Soiree
Introduction- Throughout our reading of The Great Gatsby we will see the importance of the role of parties and the dazzling, yet at times, superficial, element of the social life of the 1920s, Fitzgerald accurately portrays the social, economic and cultural shifts of the Jazz Age decade in his descriptions of the parties in the novel.
The Task- Your task, is to become "parry planners' and plan a Jazz Age bash worthy of F. Scott and Zelda. Fitzgerald themselves, each of you will research all the historical, Cultural and social background information necessary to throw a 'Gatsbi Party" (minus the bathtub gin, of course). Read the descriptions of the parties in the novel carefully to inspire you and try to remain true to the overall ambiance and atmosphere established in Fitzgerald's writing.
The Process- in order to pull this off, you will need to choose what area you would 1 to research on to write your paper.
1. Fashion- Your task is to research the history of 1920s fashion for men and women. Address who the flappers were as well as how they were a reflection of societal trends. You must also provide creative examples,
2. Music- Your task is to research the music of the 11920s-speciafically jazz and/or ragtime. What music will we hear, sing. and play at our party? Research forms, musicians, and lyrics, and educate your classmates.
3. Refreshment used during the 1920's and how was it prepared- Your task is to research the food and drinks of the 1920s. What would typically be served at a party? it is up to your group to plan and present a menu, shopping list, and budget for our party, Draw inspiration from the novel, but also do careful research, You are also planning for a time before microwaves and prepackaged foods.
4. Ambiances- Your task is to research various political arid social gatherings of the 20s. Specifically research speakeasies and present your findings to the class_ You should also research prohibition and the cultural response to it, In addition, research and present language and jargon of the 1920s and prepare a lexicon for your classmates so that our language at the party will be accurate, Also, designate specific topic of conversation that will be permitted at our party.
5. Decor- You will research architecture and decor in the Jazz Age. What influenced and (laminated design during this decade? What was the Art Deco movement? Who were the most influential architects and designers of the time and what were they known for? Educate your classmates on this important element as well as design and provide props and decorations for our party atmosphere,
6. Dance- Your task is to research the history of dance in the Jazz Age and present your findings to the class. Provide important information on the Charleston and Lindy as well as any other dances and discuss the significance of dance to the decade.
Research- Though you will be given some time in class, research will be completed largely outside of class. Each student will be required to submit an MLA style research paper in a portfolio folder and on Turnitin.com,