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This passage is the heart of the chapter — Anne teaching Diana the special bosom-friend vow. The careful, gentle words show Anne's reverent imagination, and the joining of hands turns a quiet path into a place of promise. Tracing these words slowly helps a young reader feel how a friendship can begin with ceremony.
“We must join hands—so,” said Anne gravely. “It ought to be over running water. We’ll just imagine this path is running water. I’ll repeat the oath first. I solemnly swear to be faithful to my bosom f...
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Discussion Questions
Narration Prompt
Tell the story of Anne meeting Diana Barry at Orchard Slope for the first time. Begin with Marilla scolding Anne about the flowery hat and end with Matthew bringing the chocolate sweeties.
Discussion Questions
- What in the story shows you that Anne is very nervous about meeting Mrs. Barry and Diana for the very first time? How can you tell from what Anne says and does at the kitchen door?
- Why do you think Anne wanted the bosom-friend promise to feel so grand, with joined hands and the words about the sun and the moon? What in the story makes you think this matters so much to Anne?
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Vocabulary Builder
Item 1
A serious promise made out loud, often with special words
Item 2
To make a very serious promise
Item 3
Very close and dear, like a best friend held near the heart
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