Janie's Journey and Relationships

In Chapter 13 of 'Their Eyes Were Watching God', Janie and Tea Cake move to Jacksonville, marking a major shift in setting and Janie's life as they get married. Janie hides money as a precaution, fearing Tea Cake might abandon her. Her fears are fueled by a story of Annie Taylor, who was left by a younger man. However, Tea Cake returns, explaining his absence and reassuring Janie of his intentions, resolving the conflict and restoring trust.

What major shift occurs at the beginning of Chapter 13?

• Janie moves to Eatonville.

• Tea Cake finds a new job in Jacksonville.

• Janie decides to leave Tea Cake.

• Tea Cake returns to Eatonville.

Why does Janie travel to Jacksonville?

• To escape Eatonville.

• To marry Tea Cake.

• To start a new job.

• To visit her family.

What does Janie hide from Tea Cake?

• A letter from her mother.

• Her true feelings.

• A secret bank account.

• $200 pinned inside her shirt.

What causes Janie to worry about Tea Cake?

• He argues with her.

• He loses his job.

• He leaves without explanation.

• He forgets their anniversary.

What story does Janie recall that heightens her fears?

• Annie Tyler's experience with a younger man.

• A tale of a lost treasure.

• Her grandmother's warnings.

• A story about a runaway bride.

How does Tea Cake explain his absence?

• He was visiting family.

• He was working late.

• He was planning a surprise.

• He was not with another woman.