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What does Tea Cake imply about the guards in Chapter 19 based on the statement, 'Look lak dey think God don’t know nothin’ ’bout de Jim Crow law'?
What is Tea Cake's opinion about the guards' perception of God's knowledge in Chapter 19?
How does Tea Cake's statement reflect his view of the guards' behavior in Chapter 19?
What is the likely reason behind Tea Cake mentioning God in relation to the Jim Crow laws in Chapter 19?
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Based on Tea Cake's statement, what can be inferred about his character in Chapter 19?
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What does Tea Cake imply about Janie's comfort according to his statement in Chapter 19?
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What can be inferred about Tea Cake's understanding of Janie's feelings from his statement in Chapter 19?
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What does Tea Cake's statement reveal about his intentions towards Janie in Chapter 19?
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Based on Tea Cake's words, what can be deduced about his level of respect for Janie in Chapter 19?
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What inference can be made about Tea Cake's communication style with Janie based on his statement in Chapter 19?
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Study Notes
Chapter 19 of "Their Eyes Were Watching God"
- Tea Cake's statement "Look lak dey think God don’t know nothin’ ’bout de Jim Crow law" implies that he believes the guards are acting as if they are above God's law, and that they think the Jim Crow law is more powerful than God's authority.
- Tea Cake's comment suggests that he is critical of the racial segregation and discrimination enforced by the Jim Crow law, and that he views it as a form of moral and spiritual hypocrisy.
Tea Cake's Attitude Towards Janie
- Tea Cake's statement "Ah wuz tryin’ not tuh keep you outa yo’ comfortable no longer’n you wanted tuh stay" reveals that he is considerate of Janie's feelings and desires, and that he is willing to prioritize her comfort and happiness.
- This statement suggests that Tea Cake is willing to compromise and adapt to Janie's needs, and that he values her autonomy and agency in their relationship.
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This quiz examines the inference that can be drawn from Tea Cake's statement about the guards' behavior in Chapter 19 of Zora Neale Hurston's novel 'Their Eyes Were Watching God.' Test your understanding of the implications of this dialogue.
