Anne of Green Gables, Chapter 6 summary
Chapter 6 of 38 · 8 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 6, Marilla Cuthbert learns how the request for a boy becomes a request for a girl and refuses to leave Anne Shirley with Mrs. Peter Blewett. Back at Green Gables, she agrees with Matthew that Anne can stay, claims responsibility for raising her, and keeps the decision from Anne for the night.
What happens
- Mrs. Spencer explains that Nancy passes along a request for a girl, and Flora Jane confirms her account.
- Mrs. Spencer proposes placing Anne with Mrs. Peter Blewett, who arrives and offers to take her home immediately.
- Anne’s distress and Mrs. Blewett’s harsh manner move Marilla to take Anne home before deciding.
- Anne eagerly asks whether she can stay, but Marilla warns that the choice remains unsettled.
- At Green Gables, Marilla agrees to keep Anne and insists that Matthew leave her upbringing to her.
- Marilla decides not to tell Anne that night because excitement might prevent her from sleeping.
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What to notice
Marilla turns uncertainty into a firm agreement to keep Anne. She accepts responsibility despite her doubts about raising a girl.
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Why does Marilla avoid telling Anne the decision that night?
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