Their Eyes Were Watching God ch.5 Reading Flashcard

Front

How does Janie feel about being the mayor's wife?

Back

She thinks it is a strain and hopes it will be over soon. She doesn't like being singled out and made to be separate from the other people in the town.

Front

Why does Janie go home after the town meeting 'feeling cold'?

Back

When the men ask her to make a speech, Joe doesn't let her speak. Joe doesn't acknowledge her as a real person with feelings and opinions.

Front

How do the townsfolk of Eatonville feel about Joe Starks at the end of chapter 5?

Back

They fear him and only speak bad of him when he's not around.

Front

What is the first thing that Joe Starks does in Eatonville to establish himself as a powerful man?

Back

Buys 200 acres of land for the town.

Front

What does Janie's experience at the town meeting reveal about her relationship with Joe?

Back

It shows that Joe does not respect Janie's voice or opinions, highlighting a power imbalance in their relationship.

Front

What role does the town of Eatonville play in Janie's life?

Back

Eatonville represents both a place of opportunity and a source of isolation for Janie, as she struggles with her identity and societal expectations.

Front

How does Joe Starks' character influence Janie's development?

Back

Joe's controlling nature stifles Janie's independence and self-expression, impacting her personal growth.

Front

What is the significance of Janie's feelings of coldness after the meeting?

Back

It symbolizes her emotional detachment and the lack of warmth in her relationship with Joe.

Front

How does the community's perception of Joe Starks change throughout chapter 5?

Back

Initially, they admire him, but as his true nature is revealed, they begin to fear him.

Front

What does the act of buying land signify for Joe Starks?

Back

It signifies his desire for power and control over the community.