All of the opinions floating around about Gatsby are almost comical considering how many friends he has. (Or quasi-friends since no one knows anything concrete about him.) Descriptions abound as to what he does and from where he came, but nothing seems to be absolute. The author did not do this by accident. All of the misconceptions and guesses as to what defines Gatsby's life actually define and characterize him. He is elusive, to say the least. He is also extremely private and prone to leaving things to the imagination.
This scene reminded me of the song by Adele "Rumour Has It." It's all about exactly what the title states - a rumor. Gatsby's character is preceded by rumors no matter where he goes, and he seems unwilling to quell the confusion with a few simple statements about his life. He definitely keeps his acquaintances guessing. Which, of course, only adds to the mystique swarming his every move.
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