An Analysis of Lucy Maud Montgomery's
Anne Of Green Gables

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The Queens Class Is Organized

An Analysis of Chapter 30

Tone

Reflective And Aspirational

Basic Stats

Intensity Clarity Conflict Resolution Pacing
Relaxed - (2) Crystal-clear - (5) Calm - (2) A little - (2) Moderate - (3)

Basically...

Marilla and Anne discuss the day's events, including a visit from Miss Stacy who proposes an advanced class for students wishing to study for their Queen's Academy entrance exams. Anne is excited by the possibility and Marilla agrees to let her join, showing her deep, though undemonstrative, affection for Anne.

In more detail...

As evening sets in at Green Gables, Marilla reflects on her eyesight and her deep, unspoken affection for Anne. Anne dreams of fantastical adventures while resting by the fire. A conversation ensues about a missed visit from Miss Stacy, Anne's teacher, leading to Anne recounting her day with Diana and her musings on growing up, future ambitions, and the importance of forming good habits. Marilla tells Anne about Miss Stacy's intention to prepare a group of students for the Queen's Academy entrance exams, and offers Anne the opportunity to join, which Anne excitedly accepts. The chapter closes with the formation of the Queen's Class, and Anne's determination to study hard, though she plans to take a break from studying during the upcoming summer vacation.
Characters
  • Marilla Cuthbert
    • About - Marilla reflects on her relationship with Anne and her possible need for new glasses, and eventually reveals the opportunity for Anne to join an advanced class led by Miss Stacy.
    • Personality Traits - Strict, undemonstrative, caring, and pragmatic.
    • Physical Characteristics - Marilla is likely to be middle-aged, wears glasses, and is practical in appearance.
    • Character Connections
      • Anne Shirley - Caregiver and parental figure.
  • Anne Shirley
    • About - Anne reminisces about her day, expresses her dreamy outlook on life, contemplates growing older, and eagerly accepts the chance to study for Queen's Academy.
    • Personality Traits - Imaginative, ambitious, reflective, talkative, and conscientious about her self-improvement.
    • Physical Characteristics - Slim, gray-eyed, and with an expressive face often lost in dreams or deep thought, and inferred to be almost fourteen years old.
    • Character Connections
      • Marilla Cuthbert - Adoptive daughter.
      • Diana Barry - Best friend and kindred spirit.
      • Miss Stacy - Teacher and mentor.
  • Miss Stacy
    • About - Miss Stacy is mentioned as visiting Green Gables while Anne was out. She is planning to organize an advanced class for students wanting to attend Queen's Academy and has been talking about Anne's progress and potential participation.
    • Personality Traits - Educated, dedicated, and supportive of her pupils.
    • Physical Characteristics - Her physical characteristics are not described in this chapter.
    • Character Connections
      • Anne Shirley - Her pupil, whom she deems ready for advanced academic challenges.
      • Marilla Cuthbert - Communicates Anne's academic prospects and opportunities.