Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston

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Description:

This is a sympathetic portrayal of a young black woman’s struggles in central Florida in the early 1900s; a notable and historic example of black fiction and a powerful evocation of feminine self-knowledge. It explores sexism, race and class discrimination, and the disappointment of loveless marriages.

Activities:

In this unit, students study African-American vernacular dialogue; examine metaphor and imagery drawn from the natural world; analyze character; and interpret experience philosophically.

Supplementary materials feature information on creating portfolios, an examination of the foreword and afterword, and a final test with answer key.

Ethical Values:

Adaptability
Consideration
Integrity
Respect
Self-actualization