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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is an alternate name for Eatonville?
(a) Oxford.
(b) East Tampa.
(c) The Everglades.
(d) West Maitland.

2. How do the townspeople react to the scene between Jody and Janie in the store?
(a) They all leave the store.
(b) They encourage Joe to beat Janie.
(c) They are embarrassed.
(d) They lose respect for Joe.

3. What does Janie's husband do for Janie that Nanny says won't last for long?
(a) Chops the wood and carries it inside.
(b) Cooks dinner.
(c) Sleeps on the couch.
(d) Brushes her hair at night.

4. Who sends Pheoby to have a talk with Janie about Tea Cake?
(a) Sam Watson.
(b) Matt Bonner.
(c) Nanny.
(d) Dr. Lawrence.

5. What does Hurston compare Janie's funeral veil to?
(a) A wall of stone and steel.
(b) A party mask.
(c) A bridal veil.
(d) A burial shroud.

Short Answer Questions

1. For how long does Janie wear black to signify her mourning over Joe?

2. What does Hurston compare Janie to in Chapter 7?

3. What does Janie realize she feels for her grandmother?

4. What has been Joe's source of power so far in the novel?

5. How many acres does Janie's new home sit on?

(see the answer key)

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