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A New Departure in Flavorings
An Analysis of Chapter 21
Tone
The Tone Is A Mix Of Humor, Embarrassment, And Warmth.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exciting - (3) | Crystal-clear - (5) | Calm - (2) | Complete - (5) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
Anne accidentally flavors a cake with liniment instead of vanilla, leading to embarrassment when she serves it to the minister and his wife at a tea party, yet ends the day with optimism.
In more detail...
In chapter twenty-one, the theme of adolescence and the pain of growing up are explored as Anne Shirley experiences a bittersweet farewell, crying alongside her schoolmates at Mr. Phillips' departure, despite her dislike for him. The news of a new minister and his wife coming to Avonlea diverts her sorrow. Anne and Marilla prepare for the tea party to welcome the couple, and Anne bakes a cake. Due to a mix-up, Anne uses liniment instead of vanilla, resulting in a disastrous flavor. The Allans, especially Mrs. Allan, handle the situation with grace, and Anne is consoled by Mrs. Allan's kindness. The chapter closes with Anne reflecting on her mistakes but looking forward to a new day without them.
Characters
- Anne Shirley
- About - Anne is the main protagonist, an imaginative and expressive young girl. This chapter focuses on her sadness at her teacher's departure and her mishap of accidentally flavoring a cake with liniment. She is comforted by Mrs. Allan following the cake incident and shows resilience by looking forward to a new day.
- Personality Traits - Imaginative, Emotional, Easily embarrassed, Hopeful
- Physical Characteristics - Red hair, freckles, and described in earlier chapters as skinny.
- Character Connections
- Marilla Cuthbert - Her guardian, with whom she lives at Green Gables.
- Matthew Cuthbert - Her guardian, and Marilla's brother, present at the tea party.
- Mrs. Allan - The wife of the new minister, a kindred spirit who comforts Anne after her cake disaster.
- Marilla Cuthbert
- About - Marilla is Anne's strict but caring guardian. She helps prepare for the tea party to welcome the Allans and is dismayed by Anne's cake mistake, but is softened by the incident and the Allans' reaction.
- Personality Traits - Practical, No-nonsense, Caring beneath her stern exterior
- Physical Characteristics - Not specifically described in this chapter, is known to have dark hair streaked with gray.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Her adopted daughter.
- Matthew Cuthbert - Her brother, with whom she shares the care of Anne.
- Mrs. Allan
- About - Mrs. Allan is the new minister's wife, who quickly becomes a source of inspiration for Anne. Despite the cake accident, she is understanding and shows Anne kindness and acceptance.
- Personality Traits - Kind, Cheerful, Compassionate
- Physical Characteristics - Described as pretty, not regally beautiful, and is seen wearing blue muslin with puffed sleeves and a rose-trimmed hat.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Mrs. Allan consoles Anne and is seen as a kindred spirit by her.
- Matthew Cuthbert
- About - Matthew is Marilla's brother and Anne's shy, kind guardian. He attends the tea party and manages to engage in conversation with the minister, showing a rare departure from his typical shyness.
- Personality Traits - Shy, Kindhearted, Taciturn
- Physical Characteristics - Not detailed in this chapter, described previously as having a thin and slight frame.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - His adopted daughter, whom he is very fond of.
- Marilla Cuthbert - His sister, with whom he helps care for Anne.
- Mr. Allan
- About - Mr. Allan is the new minister of Avonlea. His character is not deeply explored in this chapter, but he is present at the tea party and is part of the couple that has captured the town's interest.
- Personality Traits - Pleasant, Frank, Idealistic
- Physical Characteristics - Not described in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Mrs. Allan - His wife.