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Briefly describe Joe Sparks. In what sense is he a caricature of a black man who embraces the white man's definition of a

strong, powerful man?

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Joe Stark symbolizes freedom and carefree living. When Janie first meets Joe she thinks that marrying him would result in her having a very easy and layed back life because he makes her believe that he would do all the work while she relaxes on the porch. Janie's hair represents freedom!

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