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A Concert a Catastrophe and a Confession
An Analysis of Chapter 19
Tone
The Tone Of This Chapter Is Light-Hearted And Humorous, With An Undercurrent Of Tension Due To The Impending Confrontation Between Anne And Miss Barry.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrilling - (4) | Crystal-clear - (5) | Hostile - (4) | Complete - (5) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
Anne Shirley and Diana Barry get mixed up in a series of humorous and troubling events when they accidentally frighten Diana's visiting Aunt Josephine during a sleepover. Through Anne's confession and subsequent bonding with Miss Barry, the situation is happily resolved.
In more detail...
Anne Shirley asks Marilla for permission to visit Diana Barry, signaling through their unique candle signal system. After much discussion, Marilla relents to allowing Anne not only the visit but also to attend a concert and sleep over at Diana's, despite initial reluctance. The concert is a thrilling event for Anne, filled with performances by their peers. The delightful night turns chaotic when Anne and Diana mistakenly jump into the spare room bed, not knowing Diana's Aunt Josephine was sleeping there. This leads to Diana being forbidden to take music lessons, which were to be funded by her aunt. Anne decides to own up to her part in the fiasco, confessing to Miss Barry and charming her enough to change her mind. Miss Barry ends up enjoying her stay and forms a bond with Anne.
Characters
- Anne Shirley
- About - Anne is the main character who instigates the visit to Diana's house and the subsequent events, including the sleepover and the concert, culminating in the spare room bed mishap. Her confession to Miss Barry resolves the tension. Anne's excitable and imaginative nature is evident throughout the chapter.
- Personality Traits - Imaginative, dramatic, and empathetic, with an ability to charm those around her.
- Physical Characteristics - Anne is not described in this chapter, but she is known for her red hair, freckles, and expressive eyes.
- Character Connections
- Marilla Cuthbert - Marilla is Anne's guardian who reluctantly grants Anne permission for her various escapades in this chapter.
- Diana Barry - Diana is Anne's best friend, who plays a central role in the events at her home, especially the accidental disturbance of her Aunt Josephine.
- Miss Josephine Barry - Diana's aunt, who is frightened by Anne and Diana's antics, but later forms a bond with Anne after her confession.
- Marilla Cuthbert
- About - Marilla initially resists Anne's requests but gives in due to Matthew's insistence. She expects Anne to take responsibility for her actions and the consequences.
- Personality Traits - Practical, strict, with a hidden sense of care and a growing fondness for Anne.
- Physical Characteristics - Marilla's appearance is not detailed in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Marilla is the strict, yet caring, guardian of Anne, who experiences an ongoing push-and-pull dynamic in her relationship with her.
- Matthew Cuthbert - Marilla's brother, whose opinion she eventually respects enough to allow Anne to attend the concert.
- Diana Barry
- About - Diana is central to the convivial parts of the chapter, participating in Anne's excitement about the concert and being her partner in the unintended scare of Aunt Josephine.
- Personality Traits - Kind-hearted and loyal as Anne's best friend, often sharing in Anne's schemes and dreams.
- Physical Characteristics - Diana is described through Anne's eyes as lovely, with no detail in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Best friends with Anne, they share intimate moments of excitement and trouble throughout the chapter.
- Miss Josephine Barry - She is Diana's aunt whose visit and reactions to the events cause turmoil but is eventually reconciled with Anne's effort.
- Miss Josephine Barry
- About - Miss Barry arrives unexpectedly and becomes the accidental victim of Anne and Diana's sleepover antics. She is initially very upset but warms up to Anne following her confession.
- Personality Traits - Severe and easily offended, but with a sense of humor that Anne manages to uncover.
- Physical Characteristics - Described as thin, prim, and rigid with sharp eyes behind gold-rimmed glasses.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Disturbed by Anne and Diana but later reconciles with and takes a liking to Anne.
- Diana Barry - Miss Barry is Diana's aunt who was initially upset with Diana over the bed-jumping incident.
- Matthew Cuthbert
- About - Matthew, though appearing to sleep through Anne's discussion with Marilla, intercedes on Anne's behalf, showing his quiet support for Anne's wishes.
- Personality Traits - A man of few words, supportive, thoughtful, and seemingly passive, but with a determination that influences Marilla.
- Physical Characteristics - There are no specific descriptions of Matthew in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Matthew is Anne's guardian alongside Marilla and shows a gentle understanding of Anne's desires.
- Marilla Cuthbert - Matthew is Marilla's brother; his simple insistence prompts Marilla to change her mind regarding Anne's attendance at the concert.