Symbolism in Gatsby
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Objective
I can analyze how Fitzgerald uses symbolism in *The Great Gatsby* to convey themes and ideas.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
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Briefly describe what the Valley of Ashes represents in *The Great Gatsby*.
Explain how the green light symbolizes Gatsby's dream and the broader American Dream.
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Exit ticket
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“According to the video, what does the green light symbolize for Gatsby, and what broader idea about the American Dream does it represent? How does the video explain the symbolism of the Valley of Ashes in relation to the pursuit of wealth and the lives of the "have-nots"? ”
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