Janie refuses to adopt the role of the traditional black woman of this time, ignoring the wishes of her grandmother and going against all odds, Janie attempts to fulfill her dreams and aspirations. ... It is this experience that Janie will remember for the rest of her life, with the pear tree representing the awakening of the woman inside her and setting a standard of sexual and emotional fulfillment for the rest of her life. This revelation compelled Janie to seek out affection from a young boy named Johnny Taylor. ... They moved to Eatonville where Jody instantly gains social status by f...

• Word Count: 1946
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School