🔑The Valley of Ashes represents the divide between the wealthy and the poor.
💡The green light symbolizes Gatsby's dream of reuniting with Daisy and achieving the American Dream.
👀The eyes of Dr. TJ Eckleburg symbolize the loss of moral values and the pursuit of materialism in the 1920s.
What does the Valley of Ashes symbolize?
—The Valley of Ashes symbolizes the vast inequality and social decay in society.
What does the green light represent?
—The green light represents Gatsby's hope for the future and his dream of being with Daisy.
What do the eyes of Dr. TJ Eckleburg symbolize?
—The eyes of Dr. TJ Eckleburg symbolize the loss of moral values and the corruption of society.
Why is The Great Gatsby considered a critique of the American Dream?
—The novel explores the idea that the pursuit of wealth and material success can lead to moral corruption and the loss of true happiness.
What is the significance of the parties in The Great Gatsby?
—The parties in the novel symbolize the hedonistic and superficial lifestyle of the wealthy elite, as well as the emptiness and lack of genuine connections in their lives.
00:09The Valley of Ashes represents the disparity between the rich and poor.
00:19The green light symbolizes Gatsby's dream of obtaining Daisy and the American Dream.
01:21The eyes of Dr. TJ Eckleburg symbolize the immorality of the 1920s.
