Identify the literal meaning of this metaphor: “my dreams crumbled into ash.” my dreams came true in a puff of smoke. i began to face reality. the objects i dreamed for were destroyed by a fire. my dreams ended up being unachievable.

Read the passage below and answer the question. the old man was known for his probity. he was considered incorruptible. using context clues, how would you define the meaning of the word probity in the passage? curiosity drunkenness integrity corruptibility