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The Glory and the Dream
An Analysis of Chapter 36
Tone
The Tone Is A Mix Of Anxious Anticipation, Elation, Nostalgia, And A Subtle Foreshadowing Of Future Hardship.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exciting - (3) | Crystal-clear - (5) | There's some - (3) | Complete - (5) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
Anne Shirley anxiously awaits the results of her exams, which reveal that she has won the Avery Scholarship while her friend Gilbert Blythe has won the medal. Anne returns home to Avonlea, content in her accomplishments and excited for her future at Redmond College.
In more detail...
Anne Shirley and Jane Andrews walk to Queen's Academy to learn the outcomes of their final examinations, with Jane confident and Anne nervous but hopeful. Upon arrival, they discover Gilbert Blythe has won the medal, momentarily disheartening Anne until she learns she has won the Avery Scholarship. Subsequent celebrations occur, including Commencement Day, where Anne's academic achievements are recognized in front of Matthew, Marilla, and Miss Barry. Afterward, Anne heads back to Avonlea, reconnecting with nature and her best friend Diana Barry. Anne plans to enjoy a carefree summer before attending Redmond College. However, concerns arise over Matthew's health and the family's financial stability as there are rumors about the Abbey Bank's instability. The chapter closes on a bittersweet note as Anne perceives a change in Matthew, unaware that their lives will soon be altered by sorrow.
Characters
- Anne Shirley
- About - Anne awaits her examination results with trepidation, wins the Avery Scholarship, celebrates her success, and returns to Avonlea, where she plans to rest before attending Redmond College.
- Personality Traits - Ambitious, loyal to friends, appreciative of nature, and reflective.
- Physical Characteristics - Pale and quiet under the stress, tall with starry eyes.
- Character Connections
- Jane Andrews - Close friend and fellow student who supports Anne.
- Gilbert Blythe - Anne's rival and intellectual peer.
- Matthew Cuthbert - Anne's adoptive father figure, who expresses pride in her accomplishments.
- Marilla Cuthbert - Anne's adoptive mother figure who is stern but affectionate.
- Diana Barry - Anne's best friend, whom she reunites with upon returning to Avonlea.
- Jane Andrews
- About - Jane walks with Anne to Queen's Academy, comforts her regarding the exams, and is the first to inform Anne of her scholarship win.
- Personality Traits - Comfortable with her achievements, not ambitious but supportive and happy for her friends.
- Physical Characteristics - Jane's physical characteristics are not described in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Jane's friend and classmate at Queen's Academy.
- Gilbert Blythe
- About - He has won the medal at Queen's Academy, which initially causes Anne to feel defeated, but his potential departure to teach instead of attending college leaves her contemplating his absence.
- Personality Traits - Gilbert's personality is indicated through his academic excellence and his choice to work to support his own education.
- Physical Characteristics - Gilbert's physical characteristics are not described in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Gilbert's academic rival and, although unspoken, potential friend.
- Matthew Cuthbert
- About - He attends Anne's commencement, expresses his pride in her success, and shows signs of declining health which concern Anne.
- Personality Traits - Supportive, speaks little but shows his care deeply, hardworking to the point of overexertion.
- Physical Characteristics - Grayer than before, and with a demeanor that indicates fatigue or possible illness.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Matthew is Anne's adoptive father figure and is very proud of her.
- Marilla Cuthbert - Matthew's sister with whom he has raised Anne.
- Marilla Cuthbert
- About - She also attends Anne's commencement, shares a moment of pride with Matthew, and discusses her own and Matthew's health concerns with Anne.
- Personality Traits - Practical, concerned about the future, begins to admit her affection for Anne more openly.
- Physical Characteristics - Marilla's physical characteristics are not detailed in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Anne Shirley - Marilla is Anne's adoptive mother figure and is quietly proud of her achievements.
- Matthew Cuthbert - Marilla's brother and confidant in raising Anne.