Their Eyes Were Watching God

Questions and Answers

What does Janie leave Eatonville wearing?

A white dress

A blue satin dress (correct)

A red dress

A green dress

Where is Janie going?

The Everglades

What does the author mean by 'It was hard to love a woman that always made you feel so wishful'?

It's hard to ever really get close to someone when all you do is envy and want what they have.

Why does Janie keep two hundred dollars hidden inside her shirt?

Because Pheoby cautioned her to have something just in case Tea Cake runs off and leaves her with nothing. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the two hundred dollars Janie kept hidden?

The $200 is missing. Signup and view all the answers

What is the story of Annie Tyler and Who Flung?

Annie Tyler is a widow who was cheated on and left by her younger lover, Who Flung. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Janie think of the story of Annie Tyler and Who Flung?

She fears the same thing is happening to her. Signup and view all the answers

What does Tea Cake do with the money?

He claims to go out and buy dinner for anyone around. Signup and view all the answers

Do you believe Tea Cake's story about what he did with the money?

No, because it doesn't seem to fit his character. Signup and view all the answers

How does Tea Cake plan on paying Janie back?

Winning the money back by gambling. Signup and view all the answers

How does Tea Cake get cut?

One of the men that he was playing against thought that he was cheating and wanted his money back from Tea Cake. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Janie's Departure from Eatonville

Janie leaves Eatonville wearing a blue satin dress, signifying a new chapter in her life.
She is headed to the Everglades, reflecting a change in her environment and circumstances.

Emotional Complexity of Relationships

The phrase "It was hard to love a woman that always made you feel so wishful" highlights the difficulty of deep emotional connections when envy and desire overshadow genuine affection.

Janie's Caution and Trust

Janie hides two hundred dollars in her shirt as a precaution, influenced by Pheoby's advice to safeguard herself against potential abandonment by Tea Cake.
The hidden money ultimately goes missing, indicating a breach of trust or instability in her relationship.

Annie Tyler's Cautionary Tale

Annie Tyler, a widow abandoned by her younger lover Who Flung, serves as a cautionary tale for Janie, amplifying her fears of being similarly deceived and left alone.

Tea Cake’s Actions and Justifications

Tea Cake claims to use money for dinner, but Janie doubts his sincerity, suspecting he crafted a story to mitigate her concerns about his behavior.
His story raises trust issues between them, reflecting the complexity and fragility of their relationship.

Gambling as a Resolution

Tea Cake plans to repay Janie by winning back the money through gambling, showcasing his willingness to take risks, but also raising questions about his reliability.

Conflict and Violence

Tea Cake sustains a cut during a game when an opponent accuses him of cheating, highlighting the tension and potential danger inherent in his activities and the social dynamics surrounding them.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 13 from 'Their Eyes Were Watching God' with these flashcard questions. Explore key themes, character developments, and significant plot points that shape Janie's journey. This quiz is a great way to reinforce your understanding of the chapter.