Pollyanna, Chapter 31 summary
Chapter 31 of 32 · 2 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 31, Dr. Chilton joins Dr. Warren to examine Pollyanna with Miss Polly’s permission, and Miss Polly reveals that she plans to marry him. Pollyanna’s delight briefly makes her forget her legs, while a planned visit to another doctor opens a new possibility for treatment.
What happens
- Dr. Warren brings Dr. Chilton into Pollyanna’s room, and she greets him with delight.
- Miss Polly confirms that she asks Dr. Chilton to examine Pollyanna, and his visible happiness makes her blush and leave.
- At twilight, Miss Polly tells Pollyanna that Dr. Chilton is to become her uncle and credits her with their happiness.
- Pollyanna identifies Aunt Polly as the woman Dr. Chilton loves and says her joy makes her stop minding her legs.
- Aunt Polly keeps her strongest hope private but announces a journey next week to a doctor who is Dr. Chilton’s friend.
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What to notice
Pollyanna’s happiness for her aunt temporarily changes how she experiences her own suffering. It connects the romantic reunion with Pollyanna’s emotional relief.
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Why does Aunt Polly arrange a journey for Pollyanna?
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