'Their Eyes Were Watching God' chapters 1-10

Front

What symbolizes Janie's independence and freedom?

Back

Her hair.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is one reason Joe doesn't get better when he gets sick?

Back

He trusts a 'root doctor' to treat him instead of going to a real doctor.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Front

Who is Janie's first husband?

Back

Logan Killicks.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

Who is wearing a pair of overalls in Chapter 1?

Back

Janie.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What happens when Janie ruins her cooking one night?

Back

Jody hits her.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does Janie's hair represent in the novel?

Back

Janie's strength and individuality.

Front

What role does Joe Starks play in Janie's life?

Back

He represents a controlling and oppressive force.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does Janie's relationship with Logan Killicks differ from her relationship with Joe Starks?

Back

Logan represents a lack of love and connection, while Joe represents control and dominance.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Front

What is the significance of the horizon in Janie's journey?

Back

The horizon symbolizes Janie's dreams and aspirations.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Janie's character evolve in the first ten chapters?

Back

She begins to assert her independence and question societal norms.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3