TED-Ed: Can love and independence coexist? | Tanya Boucicaut

TED-Ed: Can love and independence coexist? | Tanya Boucicaut

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English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

The video explores Zora Neale Hurston's novel 'Their Eyes Were Watching God', focusing on Janie Crawford's return to Eatonville and the mystery surrounding her life. It delves into Hurston's background, her influences, and how her experiences shaped the novel. The narrative style, themes of love, agency, and societal constraints are discussed, highlighting Janie's personal journey and defiance against restrictive expectations.

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1.

OPEN ENDED

3 mins • 1 pt

What challenges does Janie face regarding her identity and agency as a woman in her time?

2.

OPEN ENDED

3 mins • 1 pt

How does Hurston use dialect and regional phrases to enhance the storytelling in the novel?