The Great Gatsby

great gatsby chapter 6

Why does Gatsby refer to Tom all evening as “the polo player”?

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Tom represents the snobbery and elitism of the filthy rich. Gatsby wants to portray Tom as an entitled rich boy who did not have to work for his wealth.

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