Pollyanna, Chapter 9 summary
Chapter 9 of 32 · 5 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 9, Pollyanna’s cheerful greetings draw a response from the unfriendly stranger, who begins speaking to her regularly. Nancy identifies him as John Pendleton and describes his solitary, wealthy life, while Pollyanna gives generous explanations for habits that other people find strange.
What happens
- Pollyanna keeps greeting the Man despite his silence, then explains that she wants him to notice the sunshine.
- He challenges her friendliness, but her frank replies almost make him smile.
- At their next meeting, he greets her first and begins speaking to her regularly.
- Nancy identifies him as John Pendleton and describes his wealth, solitude, cheap meals, travels, and writing.
- Pollyanna assumes he saves money for religious charity and takes a rumor about a hidden skeleton literally.
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What to notice
Pollyanna answers his stern manner with confidence in his kindness. Her frank friendliness helps establish their new pattern of speaking.
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What does Nancy say about John Pendleton’s money?
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