Symbolism in Gatsby
Grade 10•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can analyze how Fitzgerald uses symbolism in *The Great Gatsby* to convey themes and ideas.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Briefly describe what the Valley of Ashes represents in *The Great Gatsby*.
2. Explain how the green light symbolizes Gatsby's dream and the broader American Dream.
3. What does the billboard with the eyes of Dr. T.J. Eckleburg symbolize in the novel, according to the video?
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The Great Gatsby | Symbols | F. Scott Fitzgerald
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