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Anne decides to enjoy the drive even though it may end with her being sent away. Copying this clear sentence teaches young writers to capitalize the first word, to keep the apostrophe in 'It's,' and to end with a period. It also shows Anne's brave habit of choosing to find joy, a small wisdom her hard life has taught her.
It’s been my experience that you can nearly always enjoy things if you make your mind up firmly that you will.
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Narration Prompt
Retell the chapter in order: how Anne decides to enjoy the drive, the story of her parents and the homes she lived in, how Marilla begins to feel about her, and the ride along the Shore Road.
Discussion Questions
- At the start of the drive, Anne says she has 'made up my mind to enjoy this drive,' even though it may end with her being sent back. Why might Anne choose to enjoy the day anyway? What part of the chapter helps you decide?
- Anne repeats a line about her life being 'a perfect grave-yard of buried hopes' and says she says it to comfort herself. Why might saying such a sad-sounding sentence actually make Anne feel better? What part of the chapter helps you decide?
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Vocabulary Builder
Item 1
A child whose parents have both died.
Item 2
Hidden away under the ground or out of sight.
Item 3
A feeling of great joy that sweeps you away.
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