+*- How are Daisy and Tom first introduce in 'The Great Gatsby?' -*+

The writer, F. Scott Fitzgerald, presented the characters, Tom and Daisy as elitist and pompous. We can infer from the book that Tom and Daisy are affluent individuals through the description of their home which is described as a "colonial mansion." This creates an impression that both characters may hold the bourgeoisie's viewpoints on society, and wealth. We are first introduced to the character Tom when he is standing in his horse riding attire. Horse riding, most commonly a symbol of power and dominance, is implied to be attended by Tom suggesting Tom may hold a significant amount of power in the novella. The 1920s were very patriarchal so it was common for men to hold the most prominent position in society and in the household, evincing that Tom may be controlling over Daisy and other individuals. Tom's manner is described as "supercilious" suggesting that he is an example of classic 20s snobbery. This is later backed up by his ostentatious dialogue "I've got a nice place here" creating the idea that Tom knew what Nick was thinking. His boastful demeanour creates the impression that Tom is obnoxious which may be why Fitzgerald chose this choice of words. 
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Daisy was introduced in "They were both in white, and their dresses were rippling and fluttering," using the white colour imagery as a symbol of innocence. Daisy is portrayed as an idyllic being who, in most ways, completely contrasts with her husband, Tom. The angelic image of Daisy painted by Fitzgerald is interrupted by the "bomb" of Tom shutting the window. This not only suggests that Tom is obtrusive and abrupt but also that Daisy may not be as innocent as she seems. Daisy begins talking to her cousin, Nick, further building her pure persona and creating the idea that she is the only light in the world full of negativity and darkness. Enigma is built around both characters as they attempt to simplify personal conversations and bring them to an abrupt end. During a conversation between Daisy and Nick, discussing Daisy going to visit family, Tom "who had been hovering restlessly" rested his hand on Nick's shoulder, engaging in a new conversation. This presents Tom as domineering and chilling through the power he possesses over the characters in the first chapter.