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Chapter 18 of the novel “Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston is a pivotal moment in the story, where the protagonist, Janie Crawford, must confront her past and make a life-changing decision.

After the death of her third husband, Tea Cake, Janie returns to her hometown of Eatonville, Florida. She is met with judgment and criticism from the community, who disapprove of her choices and lifestyle. Janie must grapple with the weight of her experiences and decide whether to conform to societal expectations or forge her own path.

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Chapter 14 of “Their Eyes Were Watching God” is a pivotal chapter in the novel, as it explores Janie’s evolving sense of self and her journey towards independence and self-discovery.

The chapter begins with Janie reflecting on her past relationships with Logan Killicks and Joe Starks. She realizes that both men have stifled her growth and prevented her from fully expressing herself. Through her conversations with Pheoby Watson, Janie gains a new perspective on her life and begins to question the traditional roles that society has assigned to her as a woman.

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