Their Eyes Were Watching God Test

Front

What does Janie mean by 'Ah done lived Grandma's way, now Ah means tuh live mine'?

Back

She was tired of living the way that Nanny wanted her to live and decided it was time to make her own decisions.

Front

What was the outcome of Janie's trial?

Back

She was acquitted.

Front

How did Tea Cake earn back the money he lost for Janie?

Back

Gambling.

Front

What reason does Jody give for excluding Janie from the Mule’s funeral?

Back

Because such a 'common' gathering is unfit for a wife of someone so important.

Front

What did Janie know about the world?

Back

D. All of the above (The words of the trees and the wind, The world is a stallion rolling in the blue pasture, God creates a new world every day).

Front

What does Janie's journey symbolize in 'Their Eyes Were Watching God'?

Back

Janie's journey symbolizes the quest for self-identity and empowerment.

Front

How does the relationship between Janie and Tea Cake differ from her previous marriages?

Back

Tea Cake treats Janie as an equal and encourages her independence, unlike her previous husbands.

Front

What role does the horizon play in Janie's life?

Back

The horizon represents Janie's dreams and aspirations, symbolizing her search for fulfillment.

Front

What is the significance of the title 'Their Eyes Were Watching God'?

Back

The title reflects the theme of seeking a higher understanding and connection with the divine.

Front

How does Janie's relationship with her grandmother influence her choices?

Back

Nanny's traditional views create a conflict for Janie, pushing her to seek her own path.