Syntax

• "The bar is in full swing, and floating rounds of cocktails permeate the garden, until the air is alive with chatter and laughter, and casual innuendo and introductions forgotten on the spot, and enthusiastic meetings between women who never knew each other's names" (40).  

This use of Syntax is especially useful in that it shows a different side to the story; a different tone, per se.  Throughout the novel we see that people are shown as quite the contrary of what is described in this quote- in fact, the only location or person that has any of these qualities is Gatsby and his mansion.  Through well thought out syntax, Gatsby is shown as someone who brings life to the un-lively, joy to the un-joyful, happiness to the unhappy, and a joyful tone.

• "Standing behind him, Michaelis saw with a shock that she was looking at the eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg, which had just emerged, pale and enormous, from the dissolving night.  'God see's everything' repeated Wilson" (159-160).

From this passage, Nick narrates how Michaelis witnessed something outside that made him think of God.  What he witness were simply a pair of eyes, but Wilson is convinced that they are God's doing.  The purpose of this passage is now seen as having the goal of making the reader think of God and Religion. Also, a powerful style is presented by bringing in strong biblical symbolism.  Fitzgerald really comes through with his use of purpose and style through symbolism.