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Anne of Green Gables C1

ANNE OF GREEN GABLES

COURSE PLAN METHODOLOGY: Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery, a Signet Classic, is represented by the abbreviation AGG. Each weekly assignment is summarized in the first line of the week’s daily course plan. The specific daily readings are summarized in the following lines indicated by the DAY 1, DAY 2, DAY 3,DAY 4 and DAY 5 abbreviations.

Discuss the Setting, Themes, and Characters with the student. Each week’s introduction includes the chapters that will be read that week, instructions for literary devices and elements of fiction that the student will encounter during the week, and a written assignment. The chapter study questions, chapter vocabulary and glossary are located in the Junior High Literature Study Question booklets available for purchase from Kolbe Academy.Discuss the literary devices and elements of fiction with the student using the worksheets included with these junior high literature course plans. We suggest reading the weekly written assignment to the student at the beginning of the week. The student should write the assignment down on a note card (to be used as a bookmark) so that he can think about the assignment as he reads. The written assignments are suggested to be completed by the following Monday. As the teacher, be sure to review the final exam now to ensure all concepts are covered with your student as he reads the book.

If the student is interested, there are more books by L.M. Montgomery about Anne: Anne of Avonlea, Anne of the Island, Anne of Windy Poplars, and Anne’s House of Dreams. There is also a series of films based on the first three books. An enjoyable and interesting follow-up assignment might be to watch the first film and compare it with the novel.

ELEMENTS OF FICTION: Setting: Prince Edward Island, Canada, in the early 1900s

Characters: Mrs. Rachel Lynde—the Cuthberts’ nosy next-door neighbor Matthew Cuthbert—a bachelor in his sixties who lives at Green Gables Marilla Cuthbert—Matthew’s sister who lives with him at Green Gables Anne Shirley—a young girl adopted by the Cuthberts Mrs. Barry—Diana’s mother, known for being strict with her children Diana Barry—Anne’s best friend, sweet but not as imaginative as Anne Minnie May—Diana’s little sister Mr. Phillips—Anne’s first teacher at Avonlea School Josie Pye—a girl in Anne’s class who is difficult for Anne to like Jane Andrews and Ruby Gillis—other girls who are friends with Anne and Diana Gilbert Blythe—a handsome boy in school who teases Anne because he likes her Aunt Josephine—Diana’s elderly, rich aunt, often crabby but forms a bond with Anne Mrs. Allan—the new minister’s wife, teaches Sunday School and wins Anne’s admiration Miss Stacy—Anne’s second teacher, who inspires Anne and develops her intellect

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Themes:1. Feeling things deeply, and setting our hearts on people, things, or events to come, causes sorrow and

pain but also joy. Anne says: “There is no use in loving things if you have to be torn from them, is there? And it’s so hard to keep from loving things, isn’t it?” (33) Marilla and Mrs. Rachel try to get Anne to stop having such high expectations, but she would rather live with some disappointments than lose out on the joy of anticipation.

2. Too little or too much imagination is not good for us. Anne finds comfort and happiness in her imagination and experiences a type of joy therein that Marilla, due to her lack of imagination, cannot understand. But too much imagination also causes problems for Anne; she has to learn to live in the real world while still keeping her imagination alive.

3. It is difficult to change a person’s true nature. Marilla tries to change Anne in many ways, and while Anne does grow and develop as she gets older, there are some things about her that do not change, such as her imagination, her love of beauty rather than practicality, and her capacity for strong emotional highs and lows.

4. True wealth lies not in money or luxuries but in the intangible things like friendship, beauty, and a place to belong. Anne spends a lot of time in her childhood dreaming of the wealth she never had, but when she gets a taste of the rich life in town during her visit to Aunt Josephine, she finds it disappointing and instead longs for home. Unlike some of her friends, who envy the rich women they see at the White Sands Hotel concert, she is able to realize the true wealth she already possesses.

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WEEK 1 Book Weekly

Breakdown Goals and Notes for the Week

AGGChapter1 - 14

In chapters 1-4 of the book, L.M. Montgomery sets the stage by introducing us to the main characters and their homes. She suggests that homes reflect the characters’ personalities and reveals the setting as an important role to the story. The difference between Anne’s tenderness and confidence and Marilla’s strictness establishes a dynamic that prefigures how much Anne affects the Cuthberts. Matthew and Marilla live a lot like married people although they are brother and sister. When they choose to keep Anne, some view this as strange, especially Mrs. Rachel. In chapters 5-9, we learn about the difficult life Anne has had and see how it has made her mature, strong and optimistic. We see that Anne has developed an overactive imagination to help her cope. Spiritually, Anne has developed independently. She has steered clear of traditional Christian beliefs, focusing on love of the natural world. Marilla grows more and more sympathetic towards Anne and less stern. She realizes that Anne acts strangely because she has not been taught otherwise and that Anne really wants to be good. In chapters 10-14, the characters are shown to us in greater depth. We see how Anne is adjusting to polite society. After having Anne for just a few weeks, Marilla can’t imagine life without her. On a couple of occasions when Anne shows affection, Marilla copes with her newfound maternal feelings by lecturing or scolding Anne. Have the student look up all the vocabulary words for Chapters 1-14 in the glossary prior to reading. Study questions may be completed as the student reads or at the end of the week when reading has been completed. Literary Devices used this week: discuss definitions of characterization, motivation, foreshadowing, contrast, and sensory details with the student (use literary device worksheet included in the syllabus). Students will encounter questions on these devices in the study question booklet. Elements of Fiction occurring this week: discuss the definitions of setting (use elements of fiction worksheet included in the syllabus) and Theme #1. Students will encounter these particular elements in their reading this week.

Student Daily Assignments Parent Daily Guidelines

DAY1

AGGChapter 1 - 2

Have the student read Chapters 1-2 and do Study Questions. Mrs. Rachel Lynde Is Surprised. Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert live on a farm called Green Gables, in Avonlea, a small town on Prince Edward Island, Canada. Since Matthew is getting on in years, they have decided to adopt a boy to help on the farm. As Matthew is leaving for the train station, he draws the attention of his nosy neighbor Mrs. Rachel Lynde. Rachel immediately proceeds to Green Gables to get the “scoop” from Marilla and warns Marilla about the dangers of adopting. Matthew Cuthbert is Surprised. When Matthew arrives at the train station, he finds that Mrs. Spencer, the woman from the orphanage, has left a red-headed, shabbily dressed girl of about eleven years old. She is spirited, vivacious, and imaginative. Matthew decides to take the girl home and let Marilla tell her that she will not be staying, as they expected a boy. On the ride home, the girl talks incessantly. We learn a little about her life in the orphanage, her love of nature and beauty, her dreams, and how she abhors her red hair.

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DAY2

AGGChapter 3 - 4

Have the student read Chapters 3-4 and do Study Questions. Marilla Cuthbert is Surprised. Marilla does not understand why anyone would want a girl on a farm and wants to send Anne back to the orphanage. Matthew does not want to send her back and tells Marilla, “We might be some good to her.” Marilla feels Anne is not sensible enough and talks too much. Anne, being in “the depths of despair,” cannot eat supper and cries herself to sleep. Morning at Green Gables. When Anne wakes in the morning, she is at first delighted at her surroundings but soon remembers that she is not wanted and will not be staying. Anne decides she will not go out and play because it would only cause her more pain when she has to leave Green Gables. (see Theme #1.) Matthew’s silence on the subject of Anne frustrates Marilla. As Marilla is leaving to take Anne back to Mrs. Spencer, Matthew informs her that he has hired a farm hand.

DAY3

AGGChapter 5 - 7

Have the student read Chapters 5-7 and do Study Questions. Anne’s History.On the ride back to the orphanage, Marilla asks Anne about her background. We learn that her parents both died of a fever when she was just a baby. She has lived with two adoptive families, to help care for the children, and neither of the families has treated her well, though Anne tries to give them the benefit of the doubt in saying they meant to treat her kindly. Marilla begins to feel sorry for Anne and considers keeping her. Marilla Makes Up Her Mind. Marilla takes Anne back to the orphanage and discovers that Mrs. Spencer intends on giving Anne to Mrs. Blewett to help with her rowdy children. Marilla is not pleased with this news, as Mrs. Blewett has a reputation for being mean and pushing her servants too hard. Marilla decides she needs time to think about it and does not leave Anne with Mrs. Spencer. When they get home, Marilla agrees to keep Anne if Matthew agrees not to interfere with the way she raises her. Anne Says Her Prayers. That night, Marilla scolds Anne for not picking up her clothes and for not praying before bed. Anne responds that she has never been taught to pray and doesn’t think much of God because she believes He gave her red hair on purpose. Anne is happy to learn how to pray and wants to please Marilla, though her first attempts at prayer are a bit unusual.

DAY4

AGGChapter 8 - 9

Have the student read Chapters 8-9 and do Study Questions. Anne’s Bringing-Up is Begun. When Marilla tells Anne she can stay at Green Gables, Anne cries with joy and promises to behave. Anne wonders if she will find a “bosom friend” or “kindred spirit” in Avonlea, and Marilla tells her of a neighbor girl named Diana Barry. She confides to Marilla that her two previous best friends were both imaginary. She finds her own new real name, Anne of Green Gables, more appealing than her imaginary one, Lady Cordelia Fitzgerald. Mrs. Rachel Lynde is Properly Horrified. Mrs. Rachel Lynde visits Green Gables to inspect Anne. When she sees Anne, she criticizes her, calling her skinny, homely, freckled “. . . And hair as red as carrots!” Anne, terribly offended, shouts insults back and tells Mrs. Rachel that she hates her. Marilla sends Anne to her room and tells her she must apologize. However, she also surprises herself by telling Rachel that her comments to Anne were insensitive and by later having a secret urge to laugh about the whole thing. Characterization: Marilla keeps herself under tight control and sometimes disciplines Anne as a way of disciplining herself. See also p.61—Marilla scolds Anne for chattering only when she herself becomes “too interested” in it.

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DAY5

AGGChapter 10 – 14

Written Assignment

Have the student read Chapters 10-14 and do Study Questions. Anne’s Apology.Because she claims she cannot apologize, Anne spends the next day in her room, but after Matthew talks to her she promises to do it. When Anne and Marilla arrive at Mrs. Rachel’s house, Anne falls to her kneels and gives a very dramatic apology. Mrs. Rachel accepts the apology and decides that she likes Anne, even though she is a little odd. Marilla recognizes that Anne actually liked apologizing because she was able to do it her way, dramatically. On the way home, Anne slips her hand into Marilla’s, which brings about a very warm and pleasant maternal feeling in her that she quickly suppresses. Anne’s Impressions of Sunday School. Marilla makes three new dresses for Anne, all of them good and sensible, but ugly. Anne had desperately wanted dresses with puffed sleeves, like all the other girls have. When Anne returns from church, she tells Marilla that she found the services, minister, superintendent, and Sunday school teacher all unimaginative and boring, and the only way she survived the morning was by daydreaming. Marilla feels that she should scold Anne, but can’t bring herself to do it as she has always felt the same way. A Solemn Vow and Promise. Marilla and Anne go to visit the Barrys. Marilla cautions Anne to watch herself around Mrs. Barry because if she doesn’t like Anne, Diana will not be able to be friends with her. Anne and Diana become instant friends and make a solemn vow to be friends forever. At home, Matthew gives Anne some chocolates, and Anne generously asks if she can share them with Diana. After Anne has gone to her room, Marilla confides to Matthew that she is glad they have kept Anne and cannot imagine what their home would be like without her. The Delights of Anticipation. Beaming with anticipation of her first taste of ice cream, Anne begs Marilla for permission to attend the Sunday School picnic. Filled with joy when Marilla says yes, Anne throws her arms around her and kisses her cheek. Marilla hides her pleasure by scolding Anne for being late. Anne carries on about the upcoming picnic throughout the week. Finally, Marilla warns her that getting so filled with anticipation will only cause a great many disappointments in her life. Anne disagrees and says it’s worse to expect nothing. (see Theme #1.) Anne’sConfession. Marilla’s most prized possession is an amethyst brooch left to her by her mother, which she always wears to church. Two days before the picnic, Marilla discovers her brooch is missing. When she asks Anne about it, Anne admits to trying it on but states that she put it back where it belonged. Marilla searches her room thoroughly to no avail, so Anne is sent to her room until she confesses. On the morning of the picnic, Anne tells an elaborate story of borrowing the brooch and dropping it in the lake. Marilla, furious at Anne for lying, tells her she cannot go to the picnic. However, when she later discovers the brooch had simply gotten stuck inside a shawl, Marilla apologizes to Anne and allows her to attend the picnic. Written Assignment (due Monday): Start a list of characters in a notebook, leaving room to write a character description to build on throughout the novel.

Week 1 Grade Book

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WEEK 2 Book Weekly


AGGChapter15 - 27

Anne adapts very quickly to going to school for the first time in her life and having “real” playmates her own age. Although she lacks formal education, she is bright and learns quickly. She also quickly becomes well-liked by her classmates. Anne has a calming effect on Marilla, and Marilla quickly learns how to handle Anne’s temper and stubbornness. When Mrs. Allan, the preacher’s wife, and Miss Stacy, the new schoolteacher, come into Anne’s life, for the first time she has young, beautiful, lady-like women as role models. She strives to be like Mrs. Allan and works hard at always being charitable in her speech. With Mrs. Allan as the Sunday school teacher, Anne now sees that organized religion can be exciting and interesting. At first, Anne works hard to be a good student merely to compete with her rival, Gilbert. With the arrival of Miss Stacy and her innovative educational methods, Anne thrives and enjoys learning for the sake of learning. In these chapters, Anne makes many mistakes, but as Anne herself puts it, “I never make the same mistake twice.” When Anne falls from the Barry’s roof and Mr. Barry carries her home, we see how much Marilla has come to care for Anne. Even when it seems that Marilla is being harsh or stern, we see that it is only because she doesn’t want to see Anne get hurt. Matthew and Anne have become dear friends, and he is thankful for his role as a doting and spoiling “father” and that he is not the one in charge of the discipline. Have the student look up all the vocabulary words for Chapters 15-27 in the glossary prior to reading. Study questions may be completed as the student reads or at the end of the week when reading has been completed. Literary Devices used this week: discuss definitions of characterization and contrast with the student (use literary device worksheet included in the syllabus). Students will encounter questions on these devices in the study question booklet. Elements of Fiction occurring this week: discuss the definitions of symbolism (use elements of fiction worksheet included in the syllabus) and Theme #1, 2, and 3.Students will encounter this particular element in their reading this week.

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DAY1

AGGChapter 15 - 16

Have the student read chapters 15-16. A Tempest in the School Teapot.Anne begins going to school and, contrary to what Marilla had thought, quickly fits in socially and academically. In fact, she becomes known as the smartest girl in the school. Diana cautions her about the return of the smartest and handsomest boy, Gilbert Blythe. As Anne refuses to pay attention to Gilbert, he pulls her braids and calls her “Carrots”. Infuriated, Anne smashes a slate over his head. She then ignores him every time he tries to apologize. The next day, when Anne and some of the boys return from lunch late, the teacher punishes only Anne by making her sit next to Gilbert. Anne vows that she will never return to school. Marilla is sympathetic and, after speaking with Mrs. Rachel, decides to let Anne return to school when she is ready. Diana is Invited to Tea with Tragic Results. Marilla gives Anne permission to invite Diana to tea on a day that she will be gone. She tells Anne they can have some raspberry cordial, a drink reserved for special occasions, as well as tea. The girls dress up and act prim and proper, discussing each other’s health and family. Diana drinks three cups of the cordial as she listens to stories of Anne’s ineptitude in the kitchen. When Diana stands up, she says that she isn’t feeling well and needs to go home. Marilla, upon hearing from Mrs. Lynde that Diana was drunk, realizes that Anne accidentally gave Diana the red currant wine instead of the raspberry cordial. Mrs. Barry refuses to let Diana play with Anne again.

DAY2

AGGChapter 17 - 18

Have the student read chapters 17-18. A New Interest in Life. Mrs. Barry allows Diana to go to Green Gables to say goodbye to Anne. The two girls say goodbye in a very tearful and melodramatic way. As a consolation to her grief, Anne decides to return to school where she can at least see Diana. The other students are delighted at Anne’s return and welcome her with little gifts. Two of the boys who admire Anne, Charlie Sloane and Gilbert Blythe, give her gifts as well. Anne accepts Charlie’s gift but refuses Gilbert’s. Anne and Gilbert are tied as top students. Anne to the Rescue. Mrs. Rachel, Marilla, and Mrs. Barry attend a lecture given by a Canadian premier in Charlottestown, about thirty miles away. Diana bursts into Green Gables and announces that her little sister, three-year old Minnie May, is suffering from the croup and neither she nor the babysitter know what to do. Anne, having cared for three sets of triplets who suffered with croup, knows exactly what to do. When the doctor arrives, he tells the Barrys that Anne saved Minnie May’s life. Mrs. Barry invites Anne to tea that evening and hopes that Anne and Diana will be good friends again. The currant wine incident is forgotten.

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DAY3

AGGChapter 19 - 20

Have the student read chapters 19-20. A Concert, a Catastrophe, and a Confession. For Diana’s birthday, Anne is invited to spend the night and attend a concert. After the concert, Anne and Diana race into the spare bedroom and jump on the bed, not knowing that Diana’s crabby Aunt Josephine has arrived early for her visit and is in the bed. Aunt Josephine is terribly upset by the incident, decides to cut short her visit, and withdraws her offer to pay for Diana’s music lessons. Anne bravely enters Aunt Josephine’s room and apologizes, taking the blame for the incident. Aunt Josephine is amused by Anne and informs the Barrys that she intends to stay simply for the sake of getting to know Anne better. She also agrees to pay for Diana’s music lessons. A Good Imagination Gone Wrong. Spring, and the flowers it brings, is Anne’s favorite time of year. In the evening Marilla asks Anne to go fetch an apron pattern from the Barry’s. Anne does not want to go until morning as she and Diana, having become tired of their normal surroundings, pretend that the woods between their houses are haunted, and she has begun to believe it is really true. Marilla, trying to make Anne more sensible, insists that she go anyhow. Anne returns, unharmed, but out of breath having run the entire way. (see Theme #1)

DAY4

AGGChapter 21 - 23

Have the student read chapters 21-23. A New Departure in Flavorings. On the last day of school, Mr. Phillips gives an emotional speech announcing his departure that makes all the girls cry. While he is leaving Avonlea, a new minister, Mr. Allan, is arriving with his wife. Anne is very fond of Mrs. Allan, who teaches the Sunday school class and encourages the children to ask questions, unlike the previous Sunday school teacher. Mr. and Mrs. Allan are invited to Green Gables for tea. Marilla spends two days preparing and promises Anne that she can bake a two-layer cake for the event. Anne’s cake looks lovely but tastes horrible because she mistakenly used anodyne liniment instead of vanilla. Mrs. Allan kindly tries to eat it anyway. Anne is Invited Out to Tea. Anne excitedly returns from the post office with news that Mrs. Allan has invited her to tea. Anne’s inabiilty to “take things calmly” troubles Marilla because she fears Anne will be disappointed with reality. Though Marilla tries to make Anne more even-keeled, she is unable to change her, and deep down she likes her best the way she is.(see Theme #2 and 3.) On the day of the tea, Anne is extremely nervous that she will not behave with proper etiquette. Marilla advises her that if she stops thinking about herself and thinks more about what would please Mrs. Allan, she will do fine. The tea goes well, and that evening Anne tells Marilla that she wants to become a minister’s wife but thinks she can’t because she isn’t “naturally good.” Anne Comes to Grief in an Affair of Honor.Diana has a party for all the girls in the Sunday school class, and the girls dare each other to perform stunts. Anne is dared to walk the ridgepole of the Barrys’ roof. Diana begs Anne not to attempt such a dangerous feat, but Anne feels her honor is at stake. Anne manages to take several steps on the ridgepole before losing her balance and tumbling to the ground. Mr. Barry carries Anne home. The fear she feels at the sight of Anne resting limply in Mr. Barry’s arms makes it clear to Marilla that Anne is “dearer to her than anything on earth.” Anne has broken her ankle and has to stay home from school for several weeks.

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DAY5

AGGChapter 24 - 27

Written Assignment

Have the student read chapters 24-27. Miss Stacy and Her Pupils Get Up a Concert. Anne is very fond of the new schoolteacher, Miss Stacy, and excels academically and personally. Some of Miss Stacy’s teaching methods are modern, imaginative and innovative, i.e. daily exercises, field afternoons and nature study, which brings about the disapproval of Marilla and Mrs. Rachel. Miss Stacy’s class decides to raise money for a Canadian flag and puts on a Christmas concert at which a very excited Anne will perform two recitations. Marilla thinks the concert is “foolishness”. Anne expresses her excitement to Matthew, who is thankful that the duty of raising Anne is on Marilla and he is free to “spoil Anne”. Matthew Insists on Puffed Sleeves. As Anne and some of her schoolmates are rehearsing for the concert, Matthew ponders the fact that unlike the other girls, Anne is dressed in plain dark dresses without puffed sleeves. Determined to rectify the situation, Matthew goes to buy Anne a dress. He asks Mrs. Rachel for help and she is pleased to give it, as she has never approved of the way Marilla dressed Anne. Anne goes to the concert in her new dress and is easily the star of the occasion. Gilbert Blythe puts one of Anne’s roses in his breast pocket, but Anne is unmoved. Matthew and Marilla are overcome with pride, and Matthew tells Anne so, but Marilla decides to keep her feelings to herself. The Story Club is Formed. Anne, now thirteen years old, has decided to be just like Mrs. Allan and refrain from uncharitable speech. Mrs. Allan has told Anne that she herself was mischievous as a child, and this encourages Anne, who often feels she is not a good enough person. (Characterization: Anne does not think she is good enough, but the very fact that she is so aware of her flaws and wants to be good indicates that she is on the right path.) Miss Stacy assigns a fictional composition, and in order to help Diana, who believes that she is not imaginative enough for such an assignment, Anne suggests that they form a story club. Along with two other girls, they spend time making up romantic and tragic stories that they read out loud to each other. Vanity and Vexation of Spirit. One late April evening Marilla finds Anne in her room, face down on her bed. Marilla learns that Anne bought dye from a peddler who guaranteed her that it would turn her hair raven black, but instead it has turned her hair green. When the dye refuses to wash out, Marilla decides the only solution is to cut Anne’s hair unfashionably short. At first Anne vows never to look at herself in the mirror again until her hair grows back, but then she decides that she will look at herself every time she enters her room as penance for her vanity.Written Assignment (due Monday): Compare Anne’s apology to Mrs. Lynde in chapter 10 to her apology to Mrs. Barry in chapter 16. How do they differ and how has Anne changed?

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WEEK 3 Book Weekly


AGGChapter28 - 38

As chapter 28 comes to a close, Anne looks back at all of her mistakes since arriving in Avonlea and sees how each one has helped cure her of a shortcoming. With each mistake, Anne matures and attempts to perfect her character. Anne’s visit to the city marks an epoch in her life. She realizes something Marilla has pointed out may times: sometimes when you dream and fantasize about things, reality can be disappointing. Anne has grown into a fine young woman, an opinion shared by both Marilla and Mrs. Rachel. Anne’s transition into adulthood has not been easy. She and Diana make futile attempts to cling to their childhood by deciding to become old maids together. Earlier in the novel, the story moved slowly, sometimes focusing on single days or events. As Anne matures, the pace of the novel quickens. We no longer see entire days of Anne’s life in detail, showing that as we mature, what we deem important changes. As an adult, Anne’s focus is different. She no longer desires academic success merely to beat Gilbert, but for its own worth. Her feelings for Gilbert are gradually changing, but her own stubbornness prevents her from becoming his friend. With Matthew’s death and Marilla’s failing health, Anne reflects on what they have meant to her. When she makes her decision to stay at Green Gables instead of go to college, she “…looked her duty courageously in the face and found it a friend…”. When Marilla confides to Anne the story of her courtship with Gilbert’s father, we see that Marilla now considers Anne to be more than just her adopted daughter. She considers her a friend and confidant. In part because of this story, and because she is truly grateful, Anne forgives Gilbert, marking a turning point in her life. Have the student look up all the vocabulary words for Chapters 28-38 in the glossary prior to reading. Study questions may be completed as the student reads or at the end of the week when reading has been completed. Literary Devices used this week: discuss definitions of dynamic and static characters, motivation, simile, characterization, foreshadowing, metaphor and contrast with the student (use literary device worksheet included in the syllabus). Students will encounter questions on these devices in the study question booklet. Elements of Fiction occurring this week: discuss the definitions of setting, mood,(use elements of fiction worksheet included in the syllabus) and Theme #1, 2, and 4. Students will encounter these particular elements in their reading this week.

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DAY1

AGGChapter 28 - 29

Have the student read Chapters 28-29 and do Study Questions. An Unfortunate Lily Maid. Anne and some of the other girls decide to reenact a Tennyson poem they studied at school in which the corpse of Elaine is sent down the river on a barge. The girls give romantic farewell speeches as Anne, playing Elaine, drifts out into the pond in Mr. Barry’s boat. The boat springs a leak, but Anne is able to grab onto a bridge pile. Just as Anne thinks she can’t hold on any longer, Gilbert comes by in his boat and rescues her. Gilbert again attempts to apologize for calling her “Carrots”, and Anne, filled with a strange new feeling towards him, considers his friendship, but then remembers her humiliation at the comment and refuses. The girls find Anne’s rescue romantic; however, Anne claims she has been “cured” of being too romantic. Matthew, in a rare moment of assertiveness, tells Anne she should “keep a little” of her romantic side. (see Theme #2. ) An Epoch in Anne’s Life. Aunt Josephine invites Diana and Anne to come to an exhibition in Charlottestown and stay at her mansion there. Although Anne has dreamed of a luxurious lifestyle all her life, she discovers that in real life it is disappointing and isolating. Anne finds the exhibition exhilarating and enjoys going to a fancy restaurant and eating ice cream at eleven p.m. Diana declares that she believes she was meant for city life, but Anne realizes that city life, exciting though it may be, is not for her. When she returns home to Green Gables, Marilla has a nice supper waiting and lets Anne know that she is glad to have her home. Anne confides to Matthew and Marilla that the best part of the trip was coming home. (see Theme #4).

DAY2

AGGChapter 30 - 31

Have the student read Chapters 30-31 and do Study Questions. The Queen’s Class is Organized. Miss Stacy invites Anne to join an after-school class of advanced students to study for the entrance exam to Queen’s Academy. Marilla wants Anne to attend college, as she thinks Anne should be able to provide for herself. Gilbert, who is also in the class, has decided to give Anne the same silent treatment she gives him. This upsets Anne, although she doesn’t let on, because she now realizes that she is no longer angry. As the school year ends, Anne is happy to put her books away and enjoy her last summer as a child. Mrs. Rachel drops by and Marilla tells her that Matthew has had another spell with his heart (this is the first time we have heard about it). Marilla and Mrs. Rachel agree that Anne has turned out well. Where the Brook and River Meet.At fifteen years old, Anne is now allowed to attend parties and outings more often, partially because of the doctor’s warning about keeping her inside too much. Anne has become more serious and doesn’t ramble on the way she used to. She has decided that it is best to keep pretty thoughts inside one’s own heart. Marilla is saddened by this change and the thought that Anne will be leaving in less than a year. She has tried through her strictness to keep a distance from her emotions towards Anne, but has been unable to prevent herself from loving her. (see Theme #1). Miss Stacy continues to encourage Anne in her education and her writing. Anne, as well as the other scholars, is nervous about the upcoming entrance exam to Queen’s Academy, and she even has nightmares about failing the exam.

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DAY3

AGGChapter 32 - 33

Have the student read Chapters 32-33 and do Study Questions. The Pass List is Out. The end of June brings the close of the school year and an end to Miss Stacy’s term as school teacher. Anne is frightfully nervous about the upcoming exams, but heeds Miss Stacy advice not to cram. Anne writes to Diana about the exam and all the students’ nervousness, comparing it to her fear years ago when she asked Marilla if she could stay at Green Gables. After the exam, Anne must wait three agonizing weeks for the results. She not only wants to pass, she wants to beat Gilbert. When the results come out in the paper, Anne and Gilbert have tied for first on the exam, and all the Avonlea scholars have passed.Everyone is extremely proud of Anne’s accomplishment. The Hotel Concert. Anne is invited to give a recitation at a charity event to be held at the upscale White Sands Hotel. Diana helps Anne get ready and suggests that she wear a white organdy dress and a string of pearls that Matthew gave her. Once at the hotel, she feels underdressed compared to the wealthy women and their silks, laces and diamonds. Sitting on the stage waiting to perform, Anne is suddenly overwhelmed with stage fright until she sees Gilbert in the audience. At the thought of failing in front of Gilbert, Anne rallies and gives a recitation so professional that she impresses all. Though her friends long for the wealth they’ve seen displayed, she tells them they are already rich. (see Theme #4).

DAY4

AGGChapter 34 - 35

Have the student read Chapters 34-35 and do Study Questions. AQueen’s Girl. The next three weeks, everyone at Green Gables is busy preparing for Anne’s departure. Matthew, without any objections from Marilla, has seen to it that Anne has plenty of fashionable dresses. Marilla gets weepy over how Anne has grown up, and Anne reassures her that no matter where she goes and what she does, at heart, she will always be “her little Anne”. Matthew reflects that he believes it was Providence, not some mistake, that brought Anne to them all those years ago. Once at Queen’s, Anne feels homesick, and just as she begins to cry, Josie Pye shows up. Josie announces that Queen’s will give away an Avery scholarship to the best English student to continue his or her education at a four-year college. Anne sets her sights on winning the scholarship and thinks about how proud Matthew will be of her. TheWinter at Queen’s. As the school year progresses, Anne becomes less homesick, due in part to her weekend visits home. She secretly desires to have Gilbert for a friend. He has been spending a lot of time with Ruby and Anne doesn’t know what he sees in her, as he is ambitious and intellectual and Ruby is not. Anne draws a little circle of like-minded girls around her, with Stella and Priscilla becoming her closest friends. She also spends many of her free hours with Aunt Josephine. As the other girls are nervous and anxious about the upcoming exams, Anne is busy enjoying the beauties of spring. Anne also realizes that it doesn’t matter if she wins or loses; she has done her best.

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DAY5

AGGChapter 36 - 38

Written Assignment

Have the student read Chapters 36-38 and do Study Questions. The Glory and the Dream. On the morning that the exam results are posted, Anne finds out that Gilbert has won the medal but she has won the scholarship. Anne’s first thought is how proud Matthew will be. After commencement, Anne returns to Green Gables and enjoys her time with Diana and the familiar surroundings. She is disappointed to hear from Diana that Gilbert will not be attending college because his father cannot afford to send him. The next morning, Anne notices that Matthew and Marilla are not looking well. Marilla tells Anne that Matthew has been having heart trouble all spring but refuses to slow down and that her headaches and her vision have become worse. She also tells Anne that she is concerned about the bank where they have their savings. There are rumors that it is shaky. The Reaper Whose Name is Death. Matthew enters the house holding a piece of paper and looking gray and drawn. Before Marilla and Anne can reach him, he falls to the floor and dies. They discover that the piece of paper in his hand is a notice of the failure of the bank where all their savings are held. Marilla comforts Anne as they grieve together, and in a rare moment of open affection, she tells Anne how much she loves her. Anne confesses to Mrs. Allan that she feels guilty enjoying life and laughter now that Matthew is gone. Mrs. Allan reassures her that Matthew would want her to enjoy life. Marilla confides to Anne that Gilbert’s father was once her beau. They had quarreled and, like Anne refused to forgive Gilbert, she had refused to forgive his father, but she now regrets that decision. The Bend in the Road. Marilla returns from the eye doctor with the news that she may soon be blind. She informs Anne that she feels she must sell Green Gables because she will not be able to keep it up alone. Anne decides to give up her scholarship and stay at Green Gables to take care of the farm and Marilla. Anne intends to teach, but the nearest position is in Carmody, as Gilbert has been given the Avonlea position. Mrs. Rachel tells Anne that Gilbert went to the board and withdrew his application and suggested it be given to Anne when he heard how much she wanted to stay home to care for Marilla. Later, Anne runs into Gilbert and, with outstretched hand, thanks him for giving her the position. Gilbert gladly takes her hand, declares that they were always meant to be friends, and walks her home.Written Assignment (due Monday): In paragraph form, put the following quote into context (who said it, to whom, when and why): “I’m not a bit changed—not really. I’m only just pruned down and branched out. The real me—back here—is just the same. It won’t make a bit of difference where I go or how much I change outwardly; at heart I shall always be your little Anne, who will love you and Matthew and dear Green Gables more and better every day of her life.”

Week 3 Grade Book

Assignments Include (A) Points Earned (B) Possible Points A/B x100 =% (C)Study Questions Vocabulary Literary Device Elements of Fiction Written Assignment Week 3 Average Add up column C & divide by number of included assignments = %

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WEEK 4 Book Weekly


AGGBook Report

ReviewFinal Exam

This week’s main focus should be on composition. The student should focus on the writing and perfecting of the book report; more than one draft may be necessary. This assignment can be applied to the composition grade. Please see the syllabus portion of the Literature course for guidance on writing a book report appropriate for 7th or 8th grade.


DAY1

AGGBook Report

The student should work on his book report.

DAY2

AGGBook Report

Review your student’s report to make sure everything he has written supports his thesis statement, and the entire paper has a gentle flow from one supported idea to the next. Check for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

DAY3

AGGBook Report

The student should rewrite the final draft book report neatly if the he is writing it in long hand.

DAY4

AGGBook Report

Encourage the student to go over the study questions, vocabulary, character lists, and other notes he has taken while reading the book in order to prepare for the final exam. If you did not do so upon starting this book, be sure to review the exam ahead of time to ensure all concepts are covered with the student.

DAY5

AGGFinal Exam

Administer the final exam to the student.

Week 4 Grade Book

Assignments Include (A) Points Earned (B) Possible Points A/B x100 =% (C)Book Report Final Exam Other:Week 4 Average Add up column C & divide by number of included assignments = %

Notes

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Kolbe Academy Home School ASSIGNMENT ANSWER KEY Literature-Novel

Junior High School



WEEK 1:

Written Assignment: Start a list of characters in a notebook, leaving room to write a character description to build on throughout the novel.Answers will vary. See list of characters at the beginning of the course plan.

WEEK 2: Written Assignment: Compare Anne’s apology to Mrs. Lynde in chapter 10 to her apology to Mrs. Barry in chapter 16 and to Aunt Josephine in chapter 19. How do they differ, and how is Anne changing?

Answers will vary, but some points to look for include: In the apology to Mrs. Lynde, Anne does not believe she is in the wrong, but her later apologies are sincere; she knows she has done something wrong, although in the case of the apology to Mrs. Barry it was an innocent mistake. Her apology to Mrs. Lynde is overly dramatic, showing a lack of maturity. Her apology to Mrs. Barry is still dramatic, but less so. It is not as wordy and drawn out, and she is not getting into a ridiculous kneeling posture with her hands outstretched, as she did with Mrs. Lynde. The apology to Aunt Josephine isn’t overly dramatic at all, but more direct and to the point. Anne only apologizes to Mrs. Lynde because Matthew asks her to do so, but to Mrs. Barry and Aunt Josephine she apologizes and begs for forgiveness of her own volition. The apology to Aunt Josephine is done not for her own sake, but for Diana’s. Anne takes the entire blame for the incident so that Diana will still have her music lessons. Anne has matured somewhat since her apology to Mrs. Lynde. She is learning to take responsibility for her behavior and to think of others instead of just herself. She is also learning that life is not a game of imagination and things like apologies should be sincere and based on reality.

WEEK 3:Written Assignment: In paragraph form, put the following quote into context (who said it, to whom, when and why): “I’m not a bit changed—not really. I’m only just pruned down and branched out. The real me—back here—is just the same. It won’t make a bit of difference where I go or how much I change outwardly; at heart I shall always be your little Anne, who will love you and Matthew and dear Green Gables more and better every day of her life.” Answers will vary, but some points to look for include:

Anne says it to Marilla as she is preparing to leave for college she says it to comfort Marilla when she begins to cry during Anne’s private recital Marilla is saddened by how Anne is growing and changing Marilla worries that she will be lonely without Anne Anne says this to reassure Marilla that she is still the same little girl who came to them years ago and that her roots, her home, will always be at Green Gables

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Kolbe Academy Home School FINAL EXAM Literature-Novel

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Grade: /100 Part I. Identify. Give a description and character analysis of each one. (3 points each)

1. Anne Shirley 2. Diana Barry 3. Marilla Cuthbert 4. Matthew Cuthbert 5. Rachel Lynde 6. Mrs. Allan 7. Gilbert Blythe 8. Minnie May 9. Aunt Josephine 10. Miss Stacy

Part II. Short Answer. Answer in complete sentences giving as much detail as possible. Omit one or do all for extra credit. (4 points each)

1. Who is the author of Anne of Green Gables?2. When Matthew arrives at the train station to pick up the orphan, why is he surprised to see Anne and

what does he decide to do about it?3. Early in the story, when Anne shows affection towards Marilla, how does Marilla respond?4. Why does Marilla decide not to take Anne back to the orphanage?5. What are Anne’s feelings about God, religion, and prayer?6. What does Anne’s apology to Mrs. Rachel tell us about her character?7. When Anne falls off the Barrys’ roof and Marilla sees Mr. Barry carrying Anne home, what do we

learn about Marilla’s feelings toward Anne?8. What is Matthew’s role in the “family”?9. What fears does Diana have about Anne going to college?10. After Gilbert rescues Anne on the pond, she reflects how each of her mistakes has cured her of some

shortcoming. Give three of her mistakes and the lessons she has learned from them.11. At the end of the book, Anne decides to give up her scholarship and finally forgives Gilbert. Why?

What do these events signify?

Part III. Essay. This should be a minimum of three paragraphs with examples or quotes from the text to support your answer. (30 points)

After Anne’s arrival in Avonlea, we see the positive effect she has had on the lives of many of the people in Avonlea, especially Marilla. In what ways did Anne change Marilla’s life?

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Kolbe Academy Home School FINAL EXAM ANSWER KEY Literature-Novel

Junior High School



Part I. Identify. (3 points each)

1. Anne Shirley is the main character of the novel. She is an orphan who is adopted by Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert and grows up on their farm, Green Gables. She has red hair and freckles, both of which she abhors and is very sensitive about, and she is rather plain. Throughout the novel, Anne makes many mistakes, but she only makes them once and she learns from them. She wants to be good. She is stubborn, loyal, smart, passionate and has a very active imagination.

2. Diana Barry is the girl who lives on the farm next to Green Gables. Diana is very pretty with black eyes and hair and rosy cheeks. She and Anne quickly become bosom friends and swear life-long devotion to each other. Anne considers her to be one of her kindred spirits. Diana lacks Anne’s best qualities: imagination, intelligence, and independence.

3. Marilla Cuthbert, the patroness of Green Gables, lives with her unmarried brother, Matthew, and is a spinster herself. She is a tall, thin woman with dark hair streaked with gray, which is always worn twisted in a tight knot close to her head. She has a stern face, yet there is something about her mouth that indicates a sense of humor. She and Matthew adopt Anne and she is very strict with Anne, although she loves her very much. By the end of the novel, Marilla has softened quite a bit and expresses her emotions more.

4. Matthew Cuthbert is a bachelor about sixty years old. He is painfully shy and considered a bit odd. He is terrified of women, but likes Anne immediately and pressures Marilla to keep her. Matthew enjoys his role as a doting father and likes spoiling Anne. Anne considers him another one of her kindred spirits.

5. Rachel Lynde is the town busy-body. She is highly opinionated and takes every opportunity to state her opinion and preach morals. She lives next door to Green Gables and she and Marilla have a friendship that is both affectionate and quarrelsome. She warns Marilla about the dangers of adopting and, even though she is childless, loves to give Marilla advice on how to raise Anne.

6. Mrs. Allan is the young, pretty preacher’s wife. Anne admires Mrs. Allan and enjoys her Sunday school classes. Anne thinks Mrs. Allan is perfect and decides she wants to be a preacher’s wife when she grows up.

7. Gilbert Blythe is a handsome, smart young boy who quickly becomes Anne’s rival in school when he teases her about her red hair. Anne swears to never forgive him for calling her “carrots”, even refusing his apology after he rescues her on the pond. Anne and Gilbert are very competitive academically, even throughout college, as they are the two smartest in school. By the end of the book, their rivalry is friendlier. Anne finally forgives him and they become friends.

8. Minnie May is Diana’s three-year-old baby sister. She is an important figure in that she is key to Diana and Anne being able to revive their friendship. When Diana’s parents are gone, Minnie May gets sick with the croup and Anne saves her. Mrs. Barry, in gratitude to Anne, allows Diana to reestablish their friendship.

9. Aunt Josephine is Diana’s rich, staunch, and grouchy aunt. She finds Anne’s imagination refreshing and amusing and invites her to visit her in the city often.

10. Miss Stacy is the pretty, young new schoolteacher in Avonlea. Her educational methods are a bit unorthodox and worry the parents in Avonlea. She is Anne’s mentor and encourages her to continue her education.

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Part II. Short Answer. (4 points each)

1. L.M. (Lucy Maude) Montgomery is the author of Anne of Green Gables.2. Matthew is surprised to see Anne because he was expecting to pick up a boy to help out on the farm.

He decides to take Anne home and let Marilla tell Anne they won’t be keeping her. 3. Marilla, usually practical and in control of her emotions, responds to Anne’s affections by allowing

herself to feel affectionate towards Anne, for a moment, and then catching herself and either lecturing or scolding Anne.

4. When Marilla discovers that Mrs. Spencer intends to give Anne to Mrs. Blewett, a woman Marilla feels is mean and works her servants too hard, she decides she needs time to think about what to do. Marilla feels sorry for the hard life Anne has had and cannot turn her over to another woman who will only treat her like a servant.

5. Anne has never had any formal religious instruction. She believes God gave her red hair, which she abhors, on purpose. Left to her own imagination, Anne’s spirituality is based on her love of the beauty in nature. Although she has never been taught any formal prayers, Anne is willing and happy to learn them to please Marilla.

6. Anne shows great strength of character in apologizing to Mrs. Rachel. She chooses to apologize not because she believes she is wrong, but because Matthew asked her to. Anne believes Mrs. Rachel is rude, impolite, and in the wrong. Anne delivers her apology in a very dramatic way, falling to her knees and begging for forgiveness. Anne’s vivid imagination and flare for the dramatic has helped her cope with difficult circumstances in her life.

7. At the sight of Anne’s limp body in Mr. Barry’s arms, Marilla is overcome with fear and feels as if her heart has been pierced. She has a revelation that Anne is dearer to her than anything else on earth.

8. Although Matthew has agreed not to interfere with Anne’s upbringing, on occasion and in secret, he does. He is thankful that he does not have the role of disciplinarian as this frees him to be a doting and spoiling father to Anne. E.g. he insists on pretty dresses and puffed sleeves.

9. As Anne is preparing to leave for college, Diana expresses fears that she will lose Anne’s friendship. She is afraid Anne will find a friend more dear to her than Diana. When Anne comes home for a visit, Diana is at first hurt when Anne talks about her new friends. Anne reassures Diana that no one will ever take her place.

10.a. Anne has learned not to meddle with things that don’t belong to her through the incident with

the brooch b. she was cured from letting her imagination run wild through the incident of the Haunted Wood c. she learned to be more careful in the kitchen through the incident with the cake d. she was cured of being too vain through dyeing her hair

e. now, with the rescue on the pond, she says she is cured of being too romantic 11. With Matthew’s death and Marilla’s failing health, Anne decides it is her duty to stay at Green

Gables so Marilla won’t have to sell it. She forgives Gilbert not only because he gave up the teaching position in Avonlea so Anne could have it, but also because of Marilla’s story about Gilbert’s father. Anne realizes she had held a grudge far too long. She is genuinely grateful to Gilbert. Anne has reached a major turning point in her life—she is a mature, grown woman.

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Part III. Essay. (30 points)

After Anne’s arrival in Avonlea, we see the positive effect she has had on the lives of many of the people in Avonlea, especially Marilla. In what ways did Anne change Marilla’s life?

Answers will vary, but some points to look for include: At the beginning of the story, Marilla:

is stern, practical and very much in control of her emotions reacts to Anne’s show of emotion by either lecturing her or scolding her thinks pretty dresses are foolish and unpractical

Anne’s fall is a major turning point for Marilla; it is at this point that she realizes how much she loves Anne.

By the end of the book, Marilla:

has softened and is less strict with Anne not only agrees to pretty dresses and puffed sleeves, but makes them for Anne “Crispness is no longer Marilla’s distinguishing characteristic” has “got mellow”, according to Rachel Lynde after Matthew’s death, she openly shows her emotions to Anne considers Anne a confidant when she confides her past relationship with Gilbert’s father

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