Their Eyes Were Watching God: Chapters 1-5 Quiz

What does the pear tree symbolize for Janie?

• The dangers of nature

• Her hopes and dreams for true love

• The complexity of family relationships

• The importance of financial stability

How does Nanny's past influence her advice to Janie about marriage?

• She believes love is the most important aspect of marriage.

• She thinks marriage should be based on mutual interests.

• She insists on financial security and social status over love.

• She encourages Janie to travel and find herself before settling down.

What role does Hurston's use of dialect play in the novel?

• It highlights the educational disparities between characters.

• It serves to alienate the reader from the characters.

• It adds authenticity and depth to the characters and setting.

• It is used to make the story more humorous.

Which character does Janie marry first?

• Tea Cake

• Joe Starks

• Logan Killicks

• No one; she remains single in the first five chapters.

What is Janie's initial reaction to her marriage with Logan Killicks?

• She is excited and optimistic about their future.

• She is indifferent and sees it as a duty.

• She is deeply unhappy and feels trapped.

• She is grateful for the financial security it brings.

How does Janie's view of love change from the beginning to the end of Chapter 5?

• She becomes more cynical and dismissive of love.

• She realizes that love must be earned, not freely given.

• She starts to believe that love is only found in marriage.

• She begins to question the conventional beliefs about love and marriage.

What does Janie's hair symbolize in the novel?

• Her connection to nature and natural beauty

• Her rebellion against societal norms

• The complexity of her racial identity

• All of the above

Which theme is NOT explored in the first five chapters of "Their Eyes Were Watching God"?

• The search for self-identity

• The impact of gender on personal freedom

• The influence of community on individual choices

• The role of technology in society

What does the horizon symbolize for Janie in the novel?

• Her unattainable goals and dreams

• The limits of her world

• Her journey towards self-discovery and freedom

• The boundary between her past and future

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

• It serves as a constant source of support and encouragement.

• It represents the societal pressures and expectations she strives to overcome.

• It is largely irrelevant to her personal journey.

• It provides a safe haven where she can escape her troubles.