Questions and Answers
Why does Janie feel bad about hurting Joe?
Because deep down, after all the horrible things he had said and done to her, she loved him
What do the townspeople believe Janie has done to Joe?
They believe she stopped feeding him and never visits him while he is bedridden
What is wrong with Joe?
His kidneys stopped working and by the time the doctor came there was nothing he could do
Why does Janie visit Jody on his deathbed? What does she say?
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Why do you think Hurston describes death as 'square-toed'?
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Why does Janie let her hair down shortly after Jody's death?
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Study Notes
Janie's Emotions and Reflection
- Janie feels guilt over hurting Joe despite his mistreatment; she acknowledges a lingering love for him.
Townspeople's Perception
- The community believes Janie neglected Joe, claiming she stopped caring for him and visiting during his illness.
Joe's Health Condition
- Joe suffers from kidney failure, and by the time a doctor arrives, it is too late to provide help.
Janie's Final Visit
- Janie visits Joe on his deathbed to express her feelings and assert that his treatment of her was unjust; she finds relief in his impending death.
Death's Description
- Hurston refers to death as "square-toed," suggesting it is rigid and inevitable; emphasizes the powerlessness against death's certainty.
Symbolism of Janie's Hair
- Janie releases her hair after Joe's death, representing her newfound freedom and liberation from his control.
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Test your understanding of Chapter 8 from 'Their Eyes Were Watching God' with this quiz. Explore Janie's complex feelings towards Joe and the townspeople's perceptions of her actions. Challenge yourself with questions that dive deep into the plot and character dynamics.
