Janie's Reflections and Community Perceptions

The video explores the final chapter of 'Their Eyes Were Watching God' by Zora Neale Hurston. It discusses the community's reaction to Tea Cake's death, Janie's decision to leave the Glades, and the symbolism of seeds representing new beginnings. Janie returns to Eatonville, reflecting on her journey and finding peace. Phoebe reacts to Janie's story, realizing the importance of personal experience. The video concludes with Janie's understanding that love endures through memories, offering a hopeful message about strength and resilience.

What is the main theme introduced at the beginning of Chapter 20?

• Janie's return to Eatonville.

• The significance of the garden seeds.

• The changing perceptions of Tea Cake's death.

• The community's love for Janie.

Why does the community shift the blame for Tea Cake's death?

• They were afraid of Mrs. Turner's brother.

• They wanted to protect Janie.

• They needed someone to blame to feel less helpless.

• They believed Janie was responsible.

What does Janie decide to do with the garden seeds?

• Throw them away.

• Plant them for remembrance.

• Give them to Phoebe.

• Sell them.

What does Janie reflect on upon her return to Eatonville?

• Her new life in the muck.

• The community's gossip.

• Her love for Tea Cake.

• Her future plans.

How does Phoebe react to Janie's story?

• She disagrees with Janie's choices.

• She decides to leave Eatonville.

• She feels inspired and wants a similar relationship.

• She criticizes Janie.

What realization does Janie come to about Tea Cake?

• He will always be a part of her memories.

• He was responsible for his own death.

• She should forget about him.

• He was not the love of her life.