After Joes funeral in chapter 9, (Their Eyes Were Watching God), Janie faces her hatred of Nanny, who “pinched the horizon” Although she sees “midlife” around her, she finds a “jewel” within. What factors allow Janie to rediscover herself? Does her newfound freedom relate to her ownership of property? How does Janie define freedom in her new life?

Directions: in 2 - 3 paragraphs respond to mack's idea about the "interplay of life and literature" in lines 92 - 100 in " why read shakespeare". 1. explain what it means to say that finding meaning in shakespeare "is a sort of proving ground for finding beauty and meaning in life". provide reasons that support your claim. 2. explain which is more important - that literature teaches readers about life or that understanding life readers understand literature. identify examples from literature you have read. 3. summarize your view of the interplay between literature and your own lives, explaining whether you see a connection or not and why.