He not only encourages her growth to independence, but furthers it by teaching her skills (the game of checkers that Janie "just ain't never learnt how") and praising her talents.... This was the third and final marriage. ...

• Word Count: 1138
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

We have talked about how the movie denotes an anti-stereotypical angle, yet reinforces gender stereotypes as its final word. ... For instance, in the train, when they play a game, she slaps him tightly, while he can barely want to hit her. ...

• Word Count: 931
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School