# Marilla Makes Up Her Mind explained — Anne of Green Gables

> Chapter companion for Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery.

## What happens

Marilla and Anne visit Mrs. Spencer to rectify the mistake about wanting a boy. Mrs. Blewett offers to take Anne, but Marilla, moved by Anne's distress and Matthew's silent wish, decides to keep her at Green Gables.

## Themes in this chapter

### Belonging and Home

Anne's desperate desire for a permanent home contrasts with the threat of being sent to Mrs. Blewett.

### Morality and Redemption

Marilla's moral qualms about handing Anne to a harsh woman lead her to choose compassion.

## Character check-ins

### Anne Shirley

Anxious and hopeful as her fate is debated; pleads to stay at Green Gables.

### Marilla Cuthbert

Struggles with the decision but ultimately chooses to keep Anne, moved by compassion.

### Matthew Cuthbert

Quietly supports keeping Anne; his relief is evident when Marilla brings her back.

### Mrs. Alexander Spencer

Explains the misunderstanding and suggests Mrs. Blewett as an alternative.

### Mrs. Peter Blewett

Eager to take Anne as a helper; her harsh demeanor repels Marilla.

## Key lines

> I wouldn't give a dog I liked to that Blewett woman.

Matthew strongly opposes sending Anne to Mrs. Blewett.

_Shows Matthew's protective feelings toward Anne._

> I'll try to do and be anything you want me, if you'll only keep me.

Anne promises to comply with Marilla's wishes in exchange for a home.

_Highlights Anne's vulnerability and willingness to adapt._

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