Ep. 35: Anne chooses to relax during the break while Matthew and Marilla's adoption reasoning is disclosed.
Aired on September 16, 1979
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Anne resolves to spend her entire holiday break engaging in leisure activities because she is exhausted from her studies. She fails to recognize that the academic pressure has significantly affected her well-being. Meanwhile, the narrative explores the background of Matthew and Marilla, revealing the specific reasons why they originally intended to adopt a boy rather than a girl. This episode highlights Anne's need for rest and provides deeper context regarding the Cuthberts' motivations for seeking a child to help with farm work and secure their legacy.
Episodes
- Ep. 31 · Anne and friends perform Lady of Shalott but Anne encounters trouble requiring rescue.
- Ep. 32 · Anne and Diana visit Charlottetown with Aunt Josephine, leading Anne to value her rural life
- Ep. 33 · Anne and Diana argue about marriage while Anne seeks comfort from Matthew and hears about Queen's Class preparations.
- Ep. 34 · Anne learns Diana's future plans and reflects on Gilbert during a snowstorm
- Ep. 35 · Anne chooses to relax during the break while Matthew and Marilla's adoption reasoning is disclosed.
- Ep. 36 · Anne and Diana reflect on Idlewild's changes and Anne's growing up
- Ep. 37 · Marilla Reflects on Anne's Past as Aunt Josephine Offers Accommodation in Charlottetown
- Ep. 38 · Anne worries about her exam number thirteen during the Charlottetown entrance exams
- Ep. 39 · Anne, Jane, Gilbert, and others anxiously await exam results while Marilla helps Anne relax.