Rilla was fond of italics, as most girls of fifteen are.

People told her she hadn't changed much, in a tone which hinted they were surprised and a little disappointed she hadn't.

I love them, they are so nice and selfish. Dogs are TOO good and unselfish. They make me feel uncomfortable. But cats are gloriously human.

You noticed that I wore this outfit twice? Why, the only thing you wear twice is a sour expression.

You'd find it easier to be bad than good if you had red hair," said Anne reproachfully. "People who haven't red hair don't know what trouble is.

[she] had a great reputation for unselfishness because she was always giving up a lot of things she didn't want.

To dispair is to turn your back on God.