Monday, May 21, 2012

Do Now: At the end of the novel Janie says: "You got to go there to know there." What do you think she means? Do you agree? Why?

Classwork: Review for the test tomorrow.
1. What does Janie learn about herself in each of the four sections of this novel?
2. Why does Janie ultimately forgive Nanny?
3. What has Joe sacrificed in order to be a "big voice'?
4. How does Janie's relationship with Tea Cake differ from her others?
5. How would you describe Janie at the end of the novel? Is she realistic?
6. What is the theme of this novel?
Homework: Test tomorrow.