Anne of Green Gables, Chapter 32 summary
Chapter 32 of 38 · 11 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 32, Anne takes the Entrance examinations, worries about geometry, and endures a long wait before learning that she and Gilbert Blythe tie for first place. Her success rewards her hard work, fulfills her wish to make Matthew and Marilla proud, and brings relief after weeks of anxious comparison.
What happens
- Anne and Diana mourn Miss Stacy’s departure, and Anne prepares to take the Entrance examinations while staying at Beechwood.
- Anne writes Diana about nervous candidates, difficult history questions, and her struggle to obey Miss Stacy’s ban on studying between examinations.
- Back at Green Gables, Anne worries about geometry and hopes for a high place that honors Matthew and surpasses Gilbert.
- The results take longer than expected, and Anne loses her appetite while repeatedly checking newspapers at the post office.
- Diana brings the newspaper and announces that Anne and Gilbert tie for first among two hundred successful candidates.
- Anne shares the news with Matthew, Marilla, and Mrs. Lynde, then ends the night with a grateful prayer.

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What to notice
Anne describes her response to sharing first place. Her gratitude connects academic achievement with Matthew’s support rather than rivalry alone.
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