Gender Roles and Community Dynamics in Eatonville

In Chapter 5 of 'Their Eyes Were Watching God', Starks and Janie move to Eatonville, an all-black town. Starks plans to invest in the town, rents a house, and buys land. He builds a store, becomes mayor, and encourages town growth. Janie manages the store but is limited by Starks' views on gender roles. Starks' ambitious development of Eatonville leads to some townspeople resenting him. Janie's relationship with Starks is complex, as she navigates her role in the town and her marriage.

What do Starks and Janie discover upon arriving in Eatonville?

• The town has a thriving economy.

• There is no mayor in the town.

• The town is predominantly white.

• The town is a bustling metropolis.

What does Starks announce during his first night in Eatonville?

• He will build a school.

• He intends to invest in the town.

• He wants to become the mayor.

• He plans to leave the town.

Why does Hicks claim he is no longer interested in Janie?

• She is not wealthy.

• She is not pretty.

• She is too young.

• She is already married.

What does Starks do to encourage people to move to Eatonville?

• He offers free land.

• He builds a school.

• He promises tax breaks.

• He hires locals to build a store.

What role does Tony Taylor play during the store construction?

• He is the store manager.

• He acts as the chairman.

• He is the lead architect.

• He funds the construction.

How does the town celebrate the opening of the new store?

• With a fireworks display.

• With a concert.

• With a pig roast.

• With a parade.

What does Starks tell Janie about managing the store?

• They will sell the store.

• She must manage it on her own.

• He will help her manage it.

• They will hire a manager.

What significant purchase does Starks make for the town?

• A new school.

• A street lamp.

• A public park.

• A library.

What roles does Starks take on in Eatonville?

• Police chief, firefighter, and judge.

• Teacher, doctor, lawyer, and banker.

• Farmer, blacksmith, and carpenter.

• Mayor, postmaster, storekeeper, and landlord.

How do some townspeople feel about Starks' success?

• They are indifferent.

• They are confused.

• They are resentful.

• They are supportive.