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A Solemn Vow and Promise
An Analysis of Chapter 12
Tone
Embarrassed, Teachable, Hopeful, And Ultimately Joyous.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relaxed - (2) | Crystal-clear - (5) | There's some - (3) | A lot - (4) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
Anne embellishes her hat with flowers, attracting criticism from Marilla and concern over what the community will think. Anne meets Diana Barry and they form an immediate bond, swearing to be 'bosom friends' forever.
In more detail...
Marilla confronts Anne about her hat decorated with flowers, which was seen as ridiculous by the community, sparking a conversation about appearances and behavior. Despite an emotional moment where Anne offers to return to the orphanage, Marilla reassures her and suggests she meet the newly returned Diana Barry. Upon their introduction, Anne and Diana instantly connect and swear a friendship oath, promising to be 'bosom friends'. The chapter concludes with Anne excitedly sharing her future plans with Diana and receiving an unexpected gift of chocolate candies from Matthew, evidencing his growing affection for her.
Characters
- Anne Shirley
- About - Anne is reprimanded by Marilla for her flower-adorned hat, experiences fear and excitement over meeting Diana, and becomes overjoyed when they swear to be 'bosom friends'. She ends the chapter in high spirits, feeling accepted.
- Personality Traits - Imaginative, Sensitive, Eager for friendship, Articulate
- Physical Characteristics - Thin, pale with tears in her eyes after scolding, but later her face is described as tense with excitement.
- Character Connections
- Marilla Cuthbert - Her guardian who reprimands her for her appearance but also introduces her to Diana and supports her need for a friend.
- Diana Barry - The girl she hopes to befriend and eventually swears an oath to be 'bosom friends' with.
- Matthew Cuthbert - Marilla's brother who shows his quiet affection for Anne by giving her chocolate candies.
- Marilla Cuthbert
- About - Marilla addresses Anne's controversial hat decoration, managing her social proprieties. She shows a softening attitude by facilitating Anne's friendship with Diana and acknowledging her own growing affection for Anne.
- Personality Traits - Practical, Conscious of societal norms, Stricter than Matthew but caring
- Physical Characteristics - Not detailed in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Marilla is Anne's stern but caring guardian who is concerned about Anne's behavior and reputation in the community.
- Diana Barry - Marilla has known Diana since she was a baby and seems to be friends with her mother, Mrs. Barry.
- Matthew Cuthbert - Her brother, whom she jokingly reprimands for encouraging Anne's whims.
- Diana Barry
- About - Diana, a girl of Anne's age, quickly becomes Anne's 'bosom friend' and is delighted by Anne's proposal of friendship. Her pleasant nature is clear from the start.
- Personality Traits - Open-hearted, Merry, Frank
- Physical Characteristics - Pretty, with her mother's black eyes and hair, and rosy cheeks.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Diana immediately takes a liking to Anne and becomes her 'bosom friend'.
- Marilla Cuthbert - Diana knows Marilla as an acquaintance of her mother and a member of the Avonlea community.
- Matthew Cuthbert
- About - In a minor but sweet role in this chapter, Matthew gives Anne chocolates, showing his growing fondness for her and his desire to make her happy.
- Personality Traits - Quiet, Kind-hearted, Observant
- Physical Characteristics - Not detailed in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Matthew is Anne's guardian, who is charmed by her and shows affection by gifting her chocolates.
- Marilla Cuthbert - Matthew is Marilla's brother, who gently teases her about her attachment to Anne.
- Mrs. Barry
- About - Mrs. Barry is Diana's mother, who greets Marilla and Anne, showing a strict yet kind demeanor, and expresses hope that Anne will be a good influence on Diana, encouraging her to be outdoors.
- Personality Traits - Strict, Resolute, Cordial
- Physical Characteristics - Tall with black eyes, black hair, and a very resolute mouth.
- Character Connections
- Diana Barry - Mrs. Barry is Diana's mother, she cares for Diana's well-being and seems to approve of Anne.
- Anne Shirley - Mrs. Barry meets Anne for the first time and reacts politely yet neutrally to her, hinting she may have heard stories of Anne's behavior.
- Marilla Cuthbert - An acquaintance who is on friendly terms, sharing patterns and potentially child-rearing tips.