Pollyanna, Chapter 21 summary
Chapter 21 of 32 · 7 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 21, Pollyanna learns from Nancy that Aunt Polly wants her, so she refuses John Pendleton’s invitation to live with him. Hoping to ease his loneliness and find Jimmy Bean a home, she persuades Pendleton to invite Jimmy for a visit, despite his initial refusal.
What happens
- Nancy brings an umbrella and explains that Aunt Polly’s concern shows affection beyond duty.
- Reassured that her aunt wants her, Pollyanna decides to stay with her.
- Pollyanna tells John Pendleton her decision, and he accepts it without asking again.
- She proposes Jimmy Bean as a companion, but Pendleton denies supporting foreign missions and refuses to take Jimmy.
- Pollyanna’s complaint about his hidden skeleton makes Pendleton laugh, then listen to Jimmy’s story.
- Pollyanna leaves with an invitation for Jimmy to visit with her the following Saturday afternoon.
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Pollyanna states the mutual attachment that decides her choice. Her certainty that she belongs with her aunt ends Pendleton’s request.
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What does Pendleton agree to do for Jimmy Bean?
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