Anne of Green Gables, Chapter 5 summary
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In Chapter 5, Anne tells Marilla about her parents’ deaths, years of childcare in other households, and four months at the asylum while they drive toward Mrs. Spencer’s. Marilla recognizes the neglect beneath Anne’s forgiving account and begins to consider letting her stay, though she makes no decision.
What happens
- Anne decides to enjoy the drive rather than dwell on returning to the asylum.
- At Marilla’s request, Anne explains that both her parents die of fever when she is a baby.
- Anne describes caring for children in the Thomas and Hammond households before entering the asylum.
- She explains her limited schooling, love of poetry, and belief that her former caregivers mean to treat her kindly.
- Marilla senses Anne’s deprivation and considers allowing her to stay with Matthew and herself.
- Anne admires the coast but dreads reaching Mrs. Spencer’s.
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What to notice
The question marks a change in Marilla’s thinking. Anne’s account makes keeping her seem possible, although Marilla does not settle the matter.
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