Their Eyes Were Watching God, Reading Flashcard, Ch. 1-8

Front

What event in Janie's marriage convinces her that Joe isn't the wonderful man she thought she was marrying?

Back

Joe slaps her around the kitchen because the dinner she cooks for him isn't good.

Front

Why do the women of Eatonville gossip about Janie in Chapter 1?

Back

She has returned to town after running off with a younger man.

Front

How old was Janie when she realized she was not white?

Back

6 years old.

Front

What role do porches and storefronts play in the community of Eatonville?

Back

They serve as community meeting places where town members exchange news, gossip, and celebrate the oral tradition.

Front

How long did Joe wait to seek 'real' medical attention from a 'real' doctor?

Back

2 years.

Front

What does Janie's experience with Joe's treatment reveal about their marriage?

Back

It highlights the theme of control and the disillusionment of Janie's idealized view of love.

Front

What is the significance of Janie's return to Eatonville?

Back

It symbolizes her journey of self-discovery and the societal judgment she faces.

Front

How does Hurston portray the role of women in Eatonville?

Back

Women are depicted as central figures in community life, yet their voices are often marginalized.

Front

What does the character of Joe Starks represent in the novel?

Back

He represents the oppressive nature of patriarchal authority and the conflict between personal ambition and love.

Front

How does Janie's understanding of her identity evolve throughout the first eight chapters?

Back

Janie's understanding evolves from a naive perception of love to a more complex awareness of her own desires and needs.