In The Great Gatsby, what does the Valley of Ashes represent?

moral and social decay resulting from materialism

the plight of the less fortunate in American society

the conflict between the new wealth and established wealth

the decadence of New York City

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In The Great Gatsby, what does the Valley of Ashes represent?

moral and social decay resulting from materialism

the plight of the less fortunate in American society

the conflict between the new wealth and established wealth

the decadence of New York City

iosangel · Answer

The first and second?

Razor · Answer

Is this a, pick all that apply, kind of question? Or multiple choice?

Razor · Answer

The Valley of Ashes was to symbolize the negative plummet of riches in that area. Poverty is stricken and what not. With this information you'll be able to conclude the answer is?

iosangel · Answer

yes,  have to choose two, the first and second?

Razor · Answer

Correct.

ilyons40 · Answer

It represents the moral and social decay that results from the uninhibited pursuit of wealth, as the rich indulge themselves with regard for nothing but their own pleasure. The valley of ashes also symbolizes the plight of the poor, like George Wilson, who live among the dirty ashes and lose their vitality as a result.

ilyons40 · Answer

the uninhibited pursuit of wealth,