ALL Flashcards
persistency
The state or characteristic of being persistent.
martyr
One who sacrifices his or her life, station, or something of great personal value, for the sake of principle or to sustain a cause.
intercept
To stop someone from reaching a destination
faltered
To waver or be unsteady
benevolent
well-meaning; kindly
deferring
To submit humbly; to put off
discourse
Written or spoken communication or debate
diligent
In a appropriate manner; carefully
Who is Diana Barry?
A pretty girl near Anne’s age with black hair. She lives next door to Green Gables.
Who is Mrs. Peter Blewett?
A mean woman who offered to take Anne in as a nanny.
Who is Robert?
Mrs. Spencer’s brother whom said that the Cuthberts wanted a girl.
Who is Flora Jane?
Mrs. Spencer’s daughter.
Who is Mrs. Thomas?
Anne’s first foster parent. Took her in when her parents died, but had to give her away when her husband died.
Who is Mrs. Hammond?
Anne’s second foster parent, had her work as a maid and a nanny.
Who are Walter and Bertha Shirley?
Anne’s parents, died soon after Anne was born. Were both teachers. Also, very poor.
