Digging into Chapter 3: Passage 4

Passage 4 again gives deeper insight into the party, the atmosphere and the people attending it, as well as a bit more of Nick's own character. The passage once again contrasts the old men against the young girls,who seem to be there to associate with the rich old men. The fact that the some girls were "dancing induvidualisticly" reflects the new 1920's freedom available for women. And as the passage proceeds we see how Nick becomes more interested and easily amused by the scenery(planned entertainment and people's "stunts"). The passage also shows the great amount of alcohol, in the party and inside Nick's body. Now that Nick is drunk he starts to enjoy himself: the alcohol makes the shallow conversations,people and jazz more enjoyable to him. Suggesting that these were not nearly as amusing while he was sober.