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Anne Says Her Prayers
An Analysis of Chapter 7
Tone
Humorous, Tender, And Reflective
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relaxed - (2) | Crystal-clear - (5) | There's some - (3) | A little - (2) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
Anne learns about neatness and prayer from Marilla, navigating the expectations of her new home with her unique perspective on religion and dialogue with God.
In more detail...
After admonishing Anne for being untidy with her clothing, Marilla insists on teaching her to be neat. When it comes to bedtime, Anne reveals she has never said prayers before, which horrifies Marilla. Anne recites a definition of God from her Sunday school days, easing Marilla's concern. Despite Marilla's intention to teach Anne a traditional children's prayer, Anne ends up praying in her own words, showing her mix of naivete and independence. After a humorous and touching prayer, Marilla decides Anne must go to Sunday school and will begin her religious training the following day.
Characters
- Anne Shirley
- About - Anne attempts to adhere to Marilla's house rules, expresses her unique views on religion, and prays in her own imaginative way.
- Personality Traits - Imaginative, Oratorical, Independent, Honest
- Physical Characteristics - Red hair
- Character Connections
- Marilla Cuthbert - Anne's guardian; Anne is trying to meet Marilla's expectations of neatness and piety.
- Matthew Cuthbert - Marilla's brother; co-caretaker of Green Gables.
- Marilla Cuthbert
- About - Marilla instructs Anne in neatness and prayer, reveals alarm at Anne's lack of religious knowledge, and ultimately is charmed by Anne's unconventional prayer.
- Personality Traits - Strict, Practical, Religious
- Physical Characteristics - Not specified in this chapter
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Marilla is attempting to correct and instruct Anne in the ways of Green Gables and religious practice.
- Matthew Cuthbert - Marilla shares her dismay at Anne's lack of religious training with Matthew.
- Matthew Cuthbert
- About - Matthew is mentioned in this chapter as Marilla talks to him about Anne's need for adoption and instruction.
- Personality Traits - Silent, Passive
- Physical Characteristics - Not specified in this chapter
- Character Connections
- Marilla Cuthbert - Marilla communicates with Matthew about Anne's situation and her plans for Anne.
- Anne Shirley - Indirectly connected through Marilla's comments about Anne's behavior.