Anne of the Island, Chapter 37 summary
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In Chapter 37, Anne and her friends finish their exams and graduate, while their reflections persuade Aunt Jamesina that college can teach practical wisdom. Anne chooses Gilbert’s flowers and necklace for the celebrations, but Phil’s report of his supposed engagement to Christine Stuart makes her break the chain and hide her distress behind cheerful conversation.
What happens
- Anne earns High Honors in English, Priscilla earns Honors in Classics, Phil earns Honors in Mathematics, and Stella performs well.
- For Convocation, Anne replaces Roy’s violets with Gilbert’s lilies because they recall their shared hopes and Avonlea friendships.
- Anne wears Gilbert’s heart pendant to the dance, then snaps its chain after Phil mentions his supposed engagement to Christine Stuart.
- Anne acts unusually cheerful, tells Gilbert her dance card is full, and joins the girls’ fireside conversation about graduation.
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What to notice
Anne breaks Gilbert’s chain immediately after hearing the engagement rumor. This private action exposes distress that her cheerful public behavior conceals.
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