Explanation:
In F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel “The Great Gatsby,” there are numerous rumors about the title character, Jay Gatsby. Some of the most common rumors include that he is a bootlegger, a spy, a war hero, or a relative of a German Kaiser. These rumors are fueled by Gatsby’s mysterious background and the extravagant parties he throws at his mansion on Long Island. However, it is eventually revealed that Gatsby made his fortune through illegal means and that his real name is James Gatz. The rumors about Gatsby serve to underscore the theme of the novel, which is the corrupting influence of the American Dream and the emptiness of the wealthy elite.