Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Zora Neale Hurston’s classic novel, ‘Their Eyes Were Watching God.’ This quiz will take you through the intricate journey of Janie Crawford, her quest for identity, love, and independence. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a newcomer to this literary gem, this quiz will challenge your understanding and appreciation of its themes, characters, and unforgettable moments. Let’s see how well you remember the world of Eatonville and the profound lessons Janie learns along the way. Good luck!
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Their Eyes Were Watching God Quiz Questions Overview
1. Who is the protagonist of ‘Their Eyes Were Watching God’?
Janie Crawford
Tea Cake
Logan Killicks
Nanny
2. What is the name of Janie’s second husband?
Logan Killicks
Joe Starks
Tea Cake
Sam Watson
3. In which town does Janie live with Joe Starks?
Eatonville
Orlando
Jacksonville
Savannah
4. What natural disaster plays a crucial role in the novel?
Hurricane
Earthquake
Flood
Tornado
5. What is Janie’s grandmother’s name?
Nanny
Phoeby
Annie
Pearl
6. How does Tea Cake die?
Drowning
Gunshot wound
Snake bite
Illness
7. What does Janie wear to Tea Cake’s funeral?
A black dress
Overalls
A white dress
A red dress
8. What does the horizon symbolize for Janie?
Her past
Her future and dreams
Her fears
Her family
9. Who is Janie’s best friend in Eatonville?
Nanny
Phoeby Watson
Annie Tyler
Mrs. Turner
10. What is the significance of the pear tree in the novel?
It represents Janie’s childhood
It symbolizes Janie’s idealized views of nature and love
It is where Janie meets Tea Cake
It is a gift from Joe Starks
11. What does Janie find under the pear tree as a young girl?
A bee pollinating a blossom
A bird’s nest
A snake
A letter
12. What is the name of Janie’s first husband?
Joe Starks
Logan Killicks
Tea Cake
Sam Watson
13. How does Janie feel about her marriage to Logan Killicks?
Happy and content
Indifferent
Unhappy and unfulfilled
Excited
14. What is Tea Cake’s real name?
Vergible Woods
Samuel Watson
Joseph Starks
Logan Killicks
15. How does the community in Eatonville react to Janie’s relationship with Tea Cake?
They are supportive
They are indifferent
They are jealous
They are critical and gossip about her
16. What does Janie do after Joe Starks’ death?
She leaves Eatonville
She marries Tea Cake
She becomes the mayor
She sells the store
17. What role does the store play in Janie’s life?
It is a place of freedom
It is a place of confinement and responsibility
It is where she meets Tea Cake
It is a symbol of her wealth
18. What does Janie do with the money she inherits from Joe Starks?
She invests it in the store
She gives it to Tea Cake
She saves it for her future
She donates it to the community
19. What is the ultimate lesson Janie learns by the end of the novel?
The importance of wealth
The value of independence and self-realization
The necessity of societal approval
The futility of love
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