Anne of Green Gables, Chapter 16 summary
Chapter 16 of 38 · 17 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 16, Anne invites Diana to tea and unknowingly serves her currant wine instead of raspberry cordial, leaving Diana drunk and her mother furious. Marilla discovers the mistake and defends Anne, but Mrs. Barry refuses both their explanations and forbids the girls to spend time together.
What happens
- Marilla permits Anne to invite Diana for tea while she attends an Aid Society meeting in Carmody.
- The girls enjoy the orchard, then Anne serves a red drink she believes is raspberry cordial.
- Diana drinks three large glasses, becomes dizzy, and insists on going home before tea.
- On Monday, Anne learns that Mrs. Barry accuses her of deliberately making Diana drunk and bans their friendship.
- Marilla identifies the drink as currant wine, but neither her explanation nor Anne's plea persuades Mrs. Barry.
- Marilla laughs while telling Matthew the story, then tenderly kisses Anne when she finds her asleep after crying.
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What to notice
Anne's intention contrasts with the harm caused by the mistaken drink. Mrs. Barry refuses to accept that distinction.
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Why does Anne serve currant wine instead of raspberry cordial?
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