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Mrs. Rachel Lynde is Surprised
An Analysis of Chapter 1
Tone
Inquisitive, Gossipy, And With A Touch Of Humor
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relaxed - (2) | Crystal-clear - (5) | There's some - (3) | None - (1) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
Mrs. Rachel Lynde, a nosy and opinionated Avonlea resident, is puzzled by Matthew Cuthbert's unusual behavior as he prepares to leave town. Her curiosity leads her to visit Green Gables, where she learns that the Cuthberts are adopting an orphan boy.
In more detail...
In the first chapter of the book, we are introduced to Mrs. Rachel Lynde, a prominent Avonlea figure known for her sharp eye on the community's comings and goings. When she observes her neighbor, Matthew Cuthbert, behaving unusually by dressing up and driving to town, her curiosity is piqued. She deduces that something out of the ordinary must be happening, as Matthew, known for his shyness, rarely ventures out and is particularly avoiding social interactions. Determined to uncover the mystery, Mrs. Rachel decides to visit Green Gables, the home of Matthew and his sister Marilla. There, Marilla reveals to a stunned Mrs. Rachel that they are adopting an orphan boy to help with the farm, an unexpected and unconventional choice that leaves Mrs. Rachel full of doubts and concerns for the Cuthberts.
Characters
- Mrs. Rachel Lynde
- About - A prominent and opinionated resident of Avonlea who enjoys observing and commenting on the lives of her neighbors. She is curious about Matthew Cuthbert's unusual behavior in this chapter.
- Personality Traits - Observant, opinionated, curious, and somewhat meddling.
- Physical Characteristics - There is no detailed description of her physical appearance in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Matthew Cuthbert - Neighbor, whose unusual behavior piques her curiosity.
- Marilla Cuthbert - Friend and neighbor whom she visits to satiate her curiosity regarding Matthew's actions.
- Matthew Cuthbert
- About - Marilla's brother, a shy and quiet man. In this chapter, his unexpected decision to leave home dressed in finery and drive to town starts a chain of gossip and speculation led by Mrs. Rachel Lynde.
- Personality Traits - Shy, introverted, and set in his ways.
- Physical Characteristics - Described as a shy and little man.
- Character Connections
- Mrs. Rachel Lynde - His behavior is the focus of her curiosity in this chapter.
- Marilla Cuthbert - His sister, with whom he lives and decides to adopt an orphan boy.
- Marilla Cuthbert
- About - Matthew's sister, a woman of few words and practical nature who reveals to Mrs. Rachel Lynde their plan to adopt an orphan boy to help around Green Gables.
- Personality Traits - Practical, honest, somewhat stern, and distrustful of frivolity.
- Physical Characteristics - Described as tall, thin, with gray-streaked dark hair always done up in a tight knot.
- Character Connections
- Matthew Cuthbert - Her brother, with whom she decides to adopt an orphan boy.
- Mrs. Rachel Lynde - Friend and neighbor she converses with about adopting the boy.