In The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald uses the indirect characterization of Jay Gatsby and the symbolism of the green light represent the decline of the American Dream. The indirect characterization of Gatsby and his relationship with Daisy, represent the corruption of the American Dream. After the argument over Daisy between Tom and Gatsby, Gatsby hides outside the Buchanans house “watching over nothing” (145). Gatsby appears deluded to continue holding on to his dream of being with Daisy, even though it is evident that it is over when she stays with Tom. His expectations for his relationship with Daisy meet unachievable standards, which reflect how the American Dream is just a fantasy and unattainable. Furthermore, after his
