Mrs. Turner’s bigotry and prejudice are unusual because she has turned against her own race and only likes Janie because of her mixed race features. Considering that all elements of a story work together to convey theme, is Hurston revealing any themes through the character of Mrs. Turner? Yes, Mrs. Turner contributes to a theme Hurston develops throughout the novel on the topic of racism and how it can emerge in unexpected ways.
No, Mrs. Turner’s prejudice is an isolated aspect of the novel and thus is more likely to be a way to emphasize Janie’s efforts to be true to herself by remaining with Tea Cake.
No, Mrs. Turner’s presence in the novel is so minor that she only serves to keep the action moving forward.
Yes, Mrs. Turner’s role in the novel helps develop the theme that “humanity is in a constant struggle against God and nature.”