Their Eyes Were Watching God: Chapters 9-12 Test

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How did Janie feel during Joe's funeral?

Back

Calm and unaffected

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What did Janie do when Ike Green brought up the subject of marriage?

Back

She rushed inside the store

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How does Janie feel about Tea Cake after their first encounter?

Back

She is unsure of his motives

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Why does Janie refuse to remarry after Joe's death?

Back

She wants to enjoy her freedom

Front

What metaphor is used to describe Janie's face at the funeral?

Back

A wall of stone and steel

Front

What does Janie's calm demeanor at Joe's funeral signify about her emotional state?

Back

It indicates her complex feelings about her marriage and her desire for independence.

Front

How does Janie's reaction to Ike Green's marriage proposal reflect her character development?

Back

It shows her growing independence and reluctance to conform to societal expectations.

Front

What role does Tea Cake play in Janie's life after Joe's death?

Back

He represents a new beginning and the possibility of true companionship.

Front

How does Janie's view of love evolve throughout Chapters 9-12?

Back

She begins to see love as a partnership rather than a possession.

Front

What does the metaphor of 'a wall of stone and steel' suggest about Janie's emotional barriers?

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It suggests that she has built defenses around her heart due to past experiences.