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Have you ever perused the book, Their Eyes Are Watching God? It is a 1933 novel by American writer Zora Neale Hurston. The story explores the main character's transition as she goes from being a helpless teenage girl into a woman on the precipice of her destiny. Take this quiz and see how much you know about the book, Their Eyes Are Watching God.


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  • 1. 

    Who is the main character?

    • A.

      Suzy

    • B.

      Brenda

    • C.

      Janie

    Correct Answer
    C. Janie
    Explanation
    The main character in the given question is Janie.

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  • 2. 

    Who is the story being told to?

    • A.

      A cat

    • B.

      Pheoby

    • C.

      Ax murderer

    Correct Answer
    B. Pheoby
    Explanation
    The story is being told to Pheoby. This can be inferred from the given options where Pheoby is mentioned as one of the choices.

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  • 3. 

    Went with who to everglades?

    • A.

      Tea Cake

    • B.

      Motorboat

    • C.

      Joe

    Correct Answer
    A. Tea Cake
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Tea Cake because the question is asking who went with the person to the Everglades. Out of the options given, Tea Cake is the only person mentioned as a potential companion. Therefore, Tea Cake is the most appropriate answer.

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  • 4. 

    Who raised Janie?

    • A.

      A wolf

    • B.

      Her Grandma

    • C.

      Herself

    Correct Answer
    B. Her Grandma
    Explanation
    Janie was raised by her Grandma. This is evident from the given options, where "Her Grandma" is the only option that suggests a caregiver for Janie. The other options, "A wolf" and "Herself," are not logical choices for someone to raise a child. Therefore, the correct answer is "Her Grandma."

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  • 5. 

    Where did Janie grow up?

    • A.

      Plantation with Ms. Washburn

    • B.

      Washing Machine with Ida

    • C.

      The streets

    Correct Answer
    A. Plantation with Ms. Washburn
    Explanation
    Janie grew up on a plantation with Ms. Washburn.

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  • 6. 

    Whats Janie's nickname?

    • A.

      Loser

    • B.

      Booger

    • C.

      Alphabet

    Correct Answer
    C. Alphabet
    Explanation
    Janie's nickname is "Alphabet" because it suggests that she is very organized and methodical. This nickname implies that Janie is someone who likes to have things in order and follows a systematic approach in her life. It also implies that she may be knowledgeable and well-versed in different subjects, just like the letters of the alphabet represent different elements of language. This nickname could have been given to Janie due to her exceptional organizational skills or her love for learning and knowledge.

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  • 7. 

    Who got Nanny pregnant?

    • A.

      Plantation Owner

    • B.

      Bob

    • C.

      Matt Damon

    Correct Answer
    A. Plantation Owner
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Plantation Owner" because in the context of a plantation, the owner holds a position of power and authority over the workers, including the nanny. This power dynamic could have potentially led to a situation where the owner took advantage of the nanny and impregnated her.

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  • 8. 

    What happened to Nannies' daughter when she was 17?

    • A.

      Raped by a Teacher

    • B.

      Killed by a train

    • C.

      Ran away with circus

    Correct Answer
    A. Raped by a Teacher
  • 9. 

    Who did Janie marry first?

    • A.

      Tea Cake

    • B.

      Logan Killicks

    • C.

      Joe Starks

    Correct Answer
    B. Logan Killicks
    Explanation
    Janie married Logan Killicks first because he was the first man she was forced to marry by her grandmother. This marriage was arranged for financial and social reasons, rather than love. Janie's marriage to Logan Killicks was characterized by a lack of emotional connection and mutual understanding, leading Janie to ultimately leave him in search of a more fulfilling relationship.

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  • 10. 

    Who does Janie encounter while she is getting water?

    • A.

      A pig

    • B.

      Joe Starks

    • C.

      A dead body

    Correct Answer
    B. Joe Starks
    Explanation
    Janie encounters Joe Starks while she is getting water.

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  • 11. 

    Who does Janie run away with and get married to?

    • A.

      Joe Starks

    • B.

      Bobby Flay

    • C.

      The Beatles

    Correct Answer
    A. Joe Starks
    Explanation
    Janie runs away and gets married to Joe Starks.

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  • 12. 

    Where do Janie and Joe move to?

    • A.

      California

    • B.

      Michigan

    • C.

      Green Cove Springs

    Correct Answer
    C. Green Cove Springs
    Explanation
    Janie and Joe move to Green Cove Springs. This information is explicitly stated in the answer choice.

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  • 13. 

    What is Joe's nickname?

    • A.

      Jody

    • B.

      Sue

    • C.

      James

    Correct Answer
    A. Jody
  • 14. 

    Joe becomes what politcal figure?

    • A.

      The President

    • B.

      The Mayor

    • C.

      A Senator

    Correct Answer
    B. The Mayor
    Explanation
    Joe becomes the Mayor, which is a political figure responsible for governing a city or town.

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  • 15. 

    What does Joe create first?

    • A.

      A road, store and street lamps

    • B.

      A lightbulb, engine and key

    • C.

      A taser, insulin and gun

    Correct Answer
    A. A road, store and street lamps
    Explanation
    Joe creates a road, store, and street lamps first. This implies that Joe is involved in urban development or infrastructure projects. Creating a road indicates the construction of a transportation route, a store suggests the establishment of a commercial building, and street lamps indicate the installation of public lighting. These elements are typically developed in the early stages of urban planning and development.

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  • 16. 

    How does Janie feel in her marriage to Mayor Joe Starks?

    • A.

      Happy

    • B.

      Upset

    • C.

      Left out

    Correct Answer
    C. Left out
    Explanation
    Janie feels left out in her marriage to Mayor Joe Starks. This suggests that she is excluded or ignored within the relationship, possibly indicating a lack of emotional connection or involvement from her husband. This feeling of being left out can lead to feelings of loneliness and dissatisfaction in the marriage.

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  • 17. 

    Matt boner owned which animal for 23 years and sold it for $5?

    • A.

      A mule

    • B.

      A deer

    • C.

      A hog

    Correct Answer
    A. A mule
    Explanation
    Matt Boner owned a mule for 23 years and sold it for $5.

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  • 18. 

    Jody did what to Janie becuase the food wasn't amazing?

    • A.

      Shot her

    • B.

      Hit her

    • C.

      Killed her

    Correct Answer
    B. Hit her
  • 19. 

    What happened to Janie when she told Jody what he really looked like?

    • A.

      Jody was happy

    • B.

      Jody hit her

    • C.

      Jody made her wash the walls

    Correct Answer
    B. Jody hit her
    Explanation
    Janie experienced physical violence when she revealed the truth about Jody's appearance. This suggests that Jody reacted aggressively towards Janie, possibly out of anger or frustration.

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  • 20. 

    How did Jody die?

    • A.

      Kidney failure

    • B.

      Blood loss

    • C.

      Janie shot him

    Correct Answer
    A. Kidney failure
    Explanation
    Jody died from kidney failure. This means that his kidneys were no longer able to function properly, leading to his death. Kidney failure can be caused by various factors such as chronic diseases, infections, or certain medications. It is a serious condition that can result in the accumulation of toxins in the body and imbalances in fluid and electrolytes. Without proper kidney function, the body's essential processes are disrupted, eventually leading to organ failure and death.

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  • 21. 

    Who is with Jody right before he dies?

    • A.

      His donkey

    • B.

      The doctor

    • C.

      Janie

    Correct Answer
    C. Janie
    Explanation
    Jody is with Janie right before he dies.

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  • 22. 

    Jody was escorted to his funeral in a?

    • A.

      Cadillac/Buick hearse

    • B.

      Purse

    • C.

      Carriage

    Correct Answer
    A. Cadillac/Buick hearse
    Explanation
    Jody was escorted to his funeral in a Cadillac/Buick hearse. A hearse is a vehicle used to transport a coffin or casket to a funeral or cemetery. In this case, a Cadillac or Buick hearse specifically refers to a hearse made by either of these car manufacturers. It is a common practice to use hearses for funeral processions as they are designed to carry the deceased with dignity and respect.

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  • 23. 

    Who helps Janie around the store?

    • A.

      Suzy

    • B.

      Hezekiah

    • C.

      Sue

    Correct Answer
    B. Hezekiah
    Explanation
    Hezekiah helps Janie around the store.

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  • 24. 

    Who is Janie's third love interest?

    • A.

      Pound cake

    • B.

      Tea bread

    • C.

      Tea Cake

    Correct Answer
    C. Tea Cake
    Explanation
    Tea Cake is Janie's third love interest because he is the only option given that is a person's name. Both Pound cake and Tea bread are types of pastries and not individuals, making them incorrect choices. Tea Cake, on the other hand, is a character in the story and is Janie's romantic partner, making him the correct answer.

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  • 25. 

    What game did Tea Cake teach Janie?

    • A.

      Checkers

    • B.

      Monopoly

    • C.

      Guess Who

    Correct Answer
    A. Checkers
    Explanation
    Tea Cake taught Janie how to play checkers.

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  • 26. 

    Who does Pheoby marry?

    • A.

      Bob

    • B.

      Johnny

    • C.

      Sam

    Correct Answer
    C. Sam
    Explanation
    The question asks about the person Pheoby marries. The correct answer is "Sam."

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  • 27. 

    Where does Janie marry Tea Cake?

    • A.

      Jackson Ville

    • B.

      Yale

    • C.

      Under a bridge

    Correct Answer
    A. Jackson Ville
    Explanation
    Janie marries Tea Cake in Jackson Ville.

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  • 28. 

    How much money did Tea Cake steal from Janie?

    • A.

      A dollar

    • B.

      Two hundred dollars

    • C.

      None

    Correct Answer
    B. Two hundred dollars
    Explanation
    Tea Cake stole two hundred dollars from Janie.

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  • 29. 

    What does Tea Cake do?

    • A.

      Gamble

    • B.

      Play games

    • C.

      Drink to much

    Correct Answer
    A. Gamble
    Explanation
    Tea Cake engages in gambling activities.

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  • 30. 

    Who began to like Tea Cake?

    • A.

      Nunkie

    • B.

      Suzy

    • C.

      Jane

    Correct Answer
    A. Nunkie
    Explanation
    Tea Cake began to like Nunkie.

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  • 31. 

    Why did they go to the Everglades?

    • A.

      To shoot a person

    • B.

      To gamble and harvest beans

    • C.

      To mourn a death

    Correct Answer
    B. To gamble and harvest beans
    Explanation
    The reason they went to the Everglades was to engage in two activities: gambling and harvesting beans. This suggests that they had a specific purpose or goal in mind for their visit. It is unclear why they chose these particular activities, but it implies that they had an interest in both leisure (gambling) and work (harvesting beans) during their time in the Everglades.

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  • 32. 

    How does Tea Cake make Mrs. Turner leave town?

    • A.

      Shoots her in the foot

    • B.

      Makes love to her

    • C.

      Ruins her resteraunt

    Correct Answer
    C. Ruins her resteraunt
    Explanation
    Tea Cake makes Mrs. Turner leave town by ruining her restaurant. This suggests that Tea Cake takes actions that negatively impact Mrs. Turner's business, possibly causing her financial losses or damaging her reputation. As a result, Mrs. Turner is forced to leave town due to the detrimental effects on her restaurant.

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  • 33. 

    Why did Tea Cake hit Janie for?

    • A.

      To show authority

    • B.

      To punish her

    • C.

      To entice her

    Correct Answer
    A. To show authority
    Explanation
    Tea Cake hit Janie to show authority. This action suggests that Tea Cake wanted to establish his dominance and assert his power over Janie. By physically asserting control over her, he aimed to demonstrate his authority and make it clear that he was in charge of their relationship.

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  • 34. 

    What made Tea Cake believe he could sit through a hurricane?

    • A.

      His dog

    • B.

      His fear

    • C.

      His man pride

    Correct Answer
    C. His man pride
    Explanation
    Tea Cake believed he could sit through a hurricane because of his man pride. This suggests that he had a strong sense of masculinity and a desire to prove himself as a capable and resilient individual. His pride likely fueled his confidence and determination to face the challenging situation head-on, despite the potential dangers involved in sitting through a hurricane.

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  • 35. 

    What did Janie grab onto when she flew into the water?

    • A.

      A cow's tail

    • B.

      A car

    • C.

      A tree

    Correct Answer
    A. A cow's tail
    Explanation
    Janie grabbed onto a cow's tail when she flew into the water. This suggests that Janie was in a situation where she was airborne and about to fall into the water, and the closest object she could reach was a cow's tail. By grabbing onto it, she was able to prevent herself from falling further and potentially drowning.

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  • 36. 

    Who saved Janie from a dog that would have killed her?

    • A.

      A passer by

    • B.

      A boyscout

    • C.

      Tea Cake

    Correct Answer
    C. Tea Cake
    Explanation
    Tea Cake saved Janie from a dog that would have killed her.

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  • 37. 

    What color man got a casket?

    • A.

      A white man

    • B.

      A purple man

    • C.

      A black man

    Correct Answer
    A. A white man
    Explanation
    The question is asking about the color of the man who got a casket. The correct answer is "A white man" because the question is referring to the color of the man, not the color of the casket.

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  • 38. 

    What gave Tea Cake rabies?

    • A.

      A cat

    • B.

      A horse

    • C.

      A dog

    Correct Answer
    C. A dog
    Explanation
    Tea Cake contracted rabies from a dog. Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system and is most commonly transmitted through the bite of an infected animal. In this case, Tea Cake must have been bitten by a dog that was carrying the rabies virus, leading to his infection and subsequent development of the disease.

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  • 39. 

    What drink could Tea Cake not stand?

    • A.

      Water

    • B.

      Beer

    • C.

      Juice

    Correct Answer
    A. Water
    Explanation
    Tea Cake could not stand drinking water.

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  • 40. 

    What was under Tea Cakes pillow?

    • A.

      A toy

    • B.

      A pistol

    • C.

      A pill

    Correct Answer
    B. A pistol
    Explanation
    Tea Cakes had a pistol under his pillow.

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  • 41. 

    Who survived the hurricane?

    • A.

      Motor boat

    • B.

      A cow

    • C.

      A tiger

    Correct Answer
    A. Motor boat
    Explanation
    The motor boat survived the hurricane because it is a man-made object designed to withstand harsh weather conditions. In contrast, a cow and a tiger are living beings that would likely struggle to survive in the midst of a hurricane. The motor boat's sturdy construction and ability to navigate through water likely allowed it to withstand the storm and come out unscathed.

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  • 42. 

    How many blanks are in Tea Cakes pistol?

    • A.

      One

    • B.

      Two

    • C.

      Three

    Correct Answer
    C. Three
    Explanation
    The question is asking about the number of blanks in Tea Cakes' pistol. The correct answer is three, indicating that there are three blanks in the pistol.

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  • 43. 

    Who held a gun to Janie?

    • A.

      Tea Cake

    • B.

      The dog

    • C.

      THe doctor

    Correct Answer
    A. Tea Cake
    Explanation
    Tea Cake held a gun to Janie.

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  • 44. 

    Who bit Janie?

    • A.

      A dog

    • B.

      Tea Cake

    • C.

      A cow

    Correct Answer
    B. Tea Cake
    Explanation
    Tea Cake is the correct answer because in the novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston, Tea Cake is Janie's third husband. He is portrayed as a charismatic and adventurous character who Janie falls deeply in love with. However, towards the end of their relationship, Tea Cake becomes jealous and possessive, leading to a tragic event where he bites Janie out of fear and paranoia. This event marks a turning point in their relationship and ultimately leads to Tea Cake's demise.

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  • 45. 

    Who did Janie kill?

    • A.

      Brandon

    • B.

      Mr Prescott

    • C.

      Tea Cake

    Correct Answer
    C. Tea Cake
    Explanation
    Janie killed Tea Cake.

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  • 46. 

    Where was Janie taken to?

    • A.

      Jail and court house

    • B.

      The zoo

    • C.

      The funeral

    Correct Answer
    A. Jail and court house
    Explanation
    Janie was taken to jail and the courthouse. This suggests that she might have been involved in some legal trouble or crime, leading to her arrest and subsequent appearance in court.

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  • 47. 

    Who was the first to testify?

    • A.

      Mr. Prescott

    • B.

      A cow

    • C.

      Tea Cake

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr. Prescott
    Explanation
    Mr. Prescott was the first to testify because he is the only human being listed as an option. Both a cow and Tea Cake are not logical choices for testifying in a legal context.

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  • 48. 

    Was Janie found guilty or not guilty?

    • A.

      Guilty

    • B.

      Not Guilty

    Correct Answer
    B. Not Guilty
    Explanation
    The question asks whether Janie was found guilty or not guilty. The correct answer is "Not Guilty," indicating that Janie was not found guilty of the charges against her.

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  • 49. 

    Where did she bury Tea Cake?

    • A.

      West Palm Beach Cemetary

    • B.

      In her backyard

    • C.

      On a golf course

    Correct Answer
    A. West Palm Beach Cemetary
    Explanation
    Tea Cake was buried in the West Palm Beach Cemetery. This suggests that the character in question had a connection to West Palm Beach and chose to honor Tea Cake's memory by burying him in a formal cemetery. The other options, such as burying Tea Cake in her backyard or on a golf course, are not mentioned and therefore not relevant to the question.

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  • 50. 

    Who does Janie return to in the end?

    • A.

      Pheoby

    • B.

      Jody

    • C.

      Tea Cake

    Correct Answer
    A. Pheoby
    Explanation
    In the end, Janie returns to Pheoby. Throughout the novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God," Pheoby is portrayed as Janie's closest friend and confidante. Pheoby is the one who listens to Janie's story and supports her unconditionally. She stands by Janie's side through all the ups and downs, offering her a safe space to share her experiences. Therefore, it is only natural that Janie would return to Pheoby in the end, as she values their friendship and trusts her completely.

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