How do I critically analyse in reference to the Great Gatsby?

Critical analysis can be daunting given that it requires you to understand the subject matter well-enough to be able to comment on its effectiveness. Once you master the art of critical analysis, your writing will come across as more confident, knowledge-based and help you attain a higher grade.Critical analysis begins with critical reading: As you read the material make notes and do research on anything that you do not understand. Always try to think back to how the text relates to the question posed.Ask yourself some questions: What does the writing make you feel?What are the main themes in the writing, and how are these portrayed by the F Scott Fitzgerald through Nick Carraway? What techniques are employed in order to evoke the reader’s feelings? For example, symbolism. Are certain scenes or imagery supporting the writer’s argument or ideas? What is the writer saying about society in the novel and how does it relate to current times?As a catch- all you can use: “So what?” The 5 Ws.                            By employing a PEARL structure, you can ensure that you are embedding analysis into your critical essays, this helps you to avoid descriptive or vague writing.