Their Eyes Were Watching God Trivia Quiz

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1. Who is the story being told to?

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The story is being told to Pheoby.

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2. Joe becomes what politcal figure?

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Joe becomes the Mayor because the question asks about his political figure. The President and a Senator are higher positions in the political hierarchy, while the Mayor is a local political figure. Therefore, Joe becoming the Mayor is the most logical and appropriate answer.

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

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

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5. Who is the main character?

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The main character in the story is Janie.

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6. Who raised Janie?

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Janie was raised by her Grandma. This can be inferred from the given options, where the only logical choice is "Her Grandma." The other options, a wolf and herself, do not align with typical human upbringing. Therefore, it can be concluded that Janie's Grandma was the one who raised her.

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7. What game did Tea Cake teach Janie?

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Tea Cake taught Janie how to play checkers.

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8. What does Joe create first?

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Joe creates a road, store, and street lamps first. This implies that Joe is involved in some kind of construction or urban development project. The other options, such as creating a lightbulb, engine, and key or creating a taser, insulin, and gun, do not align with the concept of creating infrastructure like roads and street lamps.

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9. What is Joe's nickname?

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Joe's nickname is Jody because it is a common practice to use a variation of someone's name as a nickname. In this case, the variation is simply adding a "y" to the end of Joe's name, resulting in Jody.

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10. Who did Janie marry first?

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Janie married Logan Killicks first because he was the first man she was forced to marry by her grandmother. Although Janie did not love Logan and felt trapped in the marriage, she agreed to marry him out of obligation and societal expectations. However, the marriage was unhappy, and Janie eventually left Logan to pursue a more fulfilling relationship with Joe Starks.

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11. Who got Nanny pregnant?

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The correct answer is Plantation Owner. This suggests that the person responsible for getting Nanny pregnant is the owner of the plantation. Without further context, it can be inferred that Nanny, who is likely a woman working on the plantation, became pregnant as a result of a relationship or encounter with the plantation owner.

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12. Who is Janie's third love interest?

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Janie's third love interest is Tea Cake. This can be inferred from the options given, where Tea Cake is the only name mentioned that could potentially be a love interest. The other options, Pound cake and Tea bread, are not typically associated with romantic relationships. Therefore, Tea Cake is the most likely choice for Janie's third love interest.

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13. Where did Janie grow up?

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Janie grew up on a plantation with Ms. Washburn.

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

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Janie experienced physical violence when she chose to reveal the truth about Jody's appearance. This suggests that Jody reacted with anger or aggression towards Janie's honesty.

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15. How did Jody die?

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Jody died due to kidney failure.

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16. Who is with Jody right before he dies?

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Jody is with Janie right before he dies.

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17. What happened to Nannies daughter when she was 17?

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The correct answer suggests that Nannies daughter was raped by a teacher when she was 17 years old. This implies that she experienced a traumatic incident involving a teacher, which had a significant impact on her life.

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18. Who does Janie encounter while she is getting water?

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Janie encounters Joe Starks while she is getting water.

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19. Where do Janie and Joe move to?

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Janie and Joe move to Green Cove Springs.

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20. Went with who to everglades?

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Tea Cake is the correct answer because the question is asking who went to the Everglades. The other options, Motorboat and Joe, are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be the correct answer.

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21. Who helps Janie around the store?

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Hezekiah helps Janie around the store.

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22. Whats Janie's nickname?

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Janie's nickname is "Alphabet" because it suggests that she is known for being organized, methodical, and perhaps even a bit nerdy. This nickname implies that Janie is meticulous and has a systematic approach to things, similar to how the letters of the alphabet are arranged in a specific order. It is likely that Janie's friends and acquaintances gave her this nickname as a playful way to describe her personality traits.

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

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Janie feels left out in her marriage to Mayor Joe Starks. This suggests that she is not included or involved in important decisions or discussions within their relationship. She may feel isolated or ignored, leading to a sense of loneliness or disconnect. This feeling of being left out can contribute to dissatisfaction and unhappiness in their marriage.

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24. Jody was escorted to his funeral in a?

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Jody was escorted to his funeral in a Cadillac/Buick hearse because a hearse is a vehicle specifically designed to transport a coffin or casket to a cemetery or funeral home. The Cadillac/Buick hearse is a common type of hearse used in many funerals. It is a respectful and traditional way to transport the deceased to their final resting place.

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Who is the story being told to?
Joe becomes what politcal figure?
Jody did what to Janie becuase the food wasn't amazing?
Matt boner owned which animal for 23 years and sold it for $5?
Who is the main character?
Who raised Janie?
What game did Tea Cake teach Janie?
What does Joe create first?
What is Joe's nickname?
Who did Janie marry first?
Who got Nanny pregnant?
Who is Janie's third love interest?
Where did Janie grow up?
What happened to Janie when she told Jody what he really looked like?
How did Jody die?
Who is with Jody right before he dies?
What happened to Nannies daughter when she was 17?
Who does Janie encounter while she is getting water?
Where do Janie and Joe move to?
Went with who to everglades?
Who helps Janie around the store?
Whats Janie's nickname?
How does Janie feel in her marriage to Mayor Joe Starks?
Jody was escorted to his funeral in a?
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