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Their Eyes Were Watching God
Zora Neale Hurston
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Chapter 19
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Janie Mae Crawford
Tea Cake
Jody Starks
Nanny Crawford
Mrs. Turner
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Chapters 1–2
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Chapters 17–18
Chapter 19
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Chapter 5 Quiz
1
of 5
What does Jody do shortly after arriving in Eatonville?
He announces a run for Congress.
He takes over Lee Coker's store.
He buys 200 acres of land.
He leaves Janie for another woman.
2
of 5
Who tries to flirt with Janie when she first arrives in Eatonville?
Amos Hicks
Lee Coker
Joe Starks
Captain Eaton
3
of 5
What does Jody decide to build on his land?
A school and a park
A restaurant and a bar
A store and a post office
A gas station and a pool hall
4
of 5
What does Jody throw a huge party in honor of?
His wedding
His election
The building of a train station
The installation of a street lamp
5
of 5
What does Jody buy for himself and Janie that makes them seem like aristocrats?
Cars
Spittoons
Jewelry
Portraits
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