The text snippets discuss the portrayal of gender roles in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, The Great Gatsby, and how it reflects society in the 1920s. Fitzgerald highlights the way women are treated as possessions and objects to please men, and the sexism and double standards that exist between the sexes. It also mentions the evolution of feminist studies into gender studies and the importance of defining key terms before conducting research. The focus is on analyzing patriarchy and redefining society and culture through gender relations. The novel's characters, particularly women, actively challenge traditional gender roles and attempt to bring about change.