Question

What does the valley of ashes most likely symbolize in The Great Gatsby?

A. The idea that one cannot hide
B. The decay of American values
C. Trust in the American Dream
D. Hope for a better future

Answer 1

Answer: The answer is B. The decay of American values

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Answer 2

B. The decay of American values

Step-by-step explanation:

The Valley of Ashes in The Great Gatsby is a barren wasteland that is situated between East Egg and West Egg. It is a valley in which ashes and waste of the rich are dumped upon. It is described in Chapter 2 of the story where Tom and Nick approach it on their way to pick up Myrtle Wilson at her husband's garage.